Job DescriptionPrimary Duties & Responsibilities- Lead the setup, development, and qualification of laser welding processes for the ASN WSS production line.
- Define process parameters, equipment requirements, work instructions, and acceptance criteria.
- Coordinate process verification, validation, and qualification activities with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supplier teams.
- Lead efforts to resume ASN WSS production, including equipment readiness, process recovery, and production line qualification.
- Monitor process performance, yield, quality, and reliability; identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Establish and maintain process-control plans, inspection methods, and related technical documentation.
- Provide technical support and training to production personnel.
- Drive continuous improvement to enhance process stability, productivity, and product quality.
- Maintain qualified laser welding equipment and processes, ensuring compliance with applicable safety and quality requirements.
Education & Experience- BS or MS in mechanical design, engineering, physics or related technical fields.
- Minimum 5 years of related experience.
Skills- Hands-on experience with hermetic sealing, optical/opto-mechanical systems, leak testing, and reliability-focused mechanical design.
- Experience establishing, qualifying, and maintaining manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, and production lines; laser welding experience is preferred.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks and familiarity with GD&T, tolerance analysis, material selection, and DFM/DFA principles.
- Strong cross-functional leadership and problem-solving skills, with experience working with domestic and international suppliers to improve quality, yield, cost, and production readiness.
Working Conditions- Good office working conditions. Occasionally required to work in a Class 10000 clean-room environment, wearing smock with mask and gloves.
Physical Requirements- Able to move light equipment and tooling (
Safety RequirementsAll employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Quality and Environmental ResponsibilitiesDepending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
