Coherent

Senior/Lead Engineer

Coherent • $110K — $130K *
Sherman, TX 75090In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in data analytics within semiconductor or related industries.
  • BS/MS or equivalent in computer science, software engineering, physics, mathematics, statistics, or similar STEM field.
  • Strong understanding of statistical fundamentals and their application in machine learning and process monitoring.
  • Leadership skills to lead technical initiatives and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.
  • Proficiency in modeling, analyzing, and validating complex manufacturing datasets.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and prioritize AI/ML, Factory Automation, and FDC projects for operational impact in wafer fabrication.
  • Develop and enhance AI/ML applications and Fault Detection & Classification models to improve manufacturing efficiency.
  • Collect and analyze manufacturing data from various systems to support advanced analytics.
  • Design scalable ETL pipelines for data management in intelligent manufacturing applications.
  • Create machine learning models for yield prediction and process optimization.
  • Implement predictive analytics and dashboards for proactive decision-making in manufacturing.
  • Collaborate with relevant teams to deploy intelligent manufacturing solutions and improve metrics like yield and equipment effectiveness.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing environment.
  • Engagement in cross-functional projects that drive innovation and process improvements.
  • Possibility to influence manufacturing practices with advanced AI/ML technologies.
  • Direct collaboration with diverse teams, enhancing professional development and networking opportunities.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities
  • Identify, prioritize, and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on AI/ML, Factory Automation, APC, and FDC projects that deliver the highest operational impact and return on investment (ROI) across the wafer fabrication facility.
  • Develop, deploy, maintain, and enhance AI/ML applications, Factory Automation solutions, Advanced Process Control (APC) controllers, and Fault Detection & Classification (FDC) models to improve yield, process stability, equipment performance, throughput, and overall manufacturing efficiency.
  • Collect, integrate, and analyze manufacturing data generated through Factory Automation, APC, FDC, MES, process tools, metrology systems, equipment sensors, and manufacturing databases.
  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) pipelines and data engineering workflows to acquire, cleanse, transform, and integrate manufacturing data for advanced analytics, machine learning, and intelligent manufacturing applications.
  • Develop machine learning models and advanced analytics solutions for yield prediction, process optimization, anomaly detection, predictive maintenance, equipment health monitoring, process drift detection, root cause analysis, and intelligent process control.
  • Design and implement predictive analytics, dashboards, and decision-support applications that enable proactive identification of manufacturing issues and data-driven decision making.
  • Translate process engineering requirements and customer requests into integrated AI/ML, automation, APC, and FDC solutions for specific process tools, process areas, and fab-wide optimization initiatives.
  • Support semiconductor equipment integration using SECS/GEM communication standards, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and factory automation infrastructure.
  • Support new equipment installations, product introductions, and process technology transfers by implementing robust automation, APC/FDC, and AI/ML solutions.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve automation, APC, FDC, data integration, database, and equipment communication issues to ensure reliable manufacturing operations.
  • Collaborate with Process, Equipment, Manufacturing, Yield Enhancement, and IT teams to deploy intelligent manufacturing solutions and continuously improve yield, throughput, cycle time, equipment effectiveness (OEE), and engineering productivity.


Education & Experience

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in data analytics in semiconductor, materials, or a related industry; or demonstratable equivalent abilities.
  • BS/MS or equivalent degree in computer science, software engineering, physics, mathematics, statistics or similar STEM field.

Skills
  • Leadership capabilities to independently lead complex technical initiatives, provide technical direction in AVI, AI/ML, and automation efforts, and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.
  • Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in high-pressure manufacturing environments.
  • Experience modeling, analyzing, and validating complex, imperfect real-world manufacturing and inspection datasets, including image and in-situ equipment data.
  • Strong understanding of statistical fundamentals and their application to machine learning, defect detection, process monitoring, and anomaly identification.
  • Solid knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes; background in process engineering, materials science, or related natural sciences is a plus.

Working Conditions
  • This role is 100% onsite

Physical Requirements
  • Ability to sustainably work on a computer full-time.
  • Willingness and ability to work in a cleanroom environment as needed for system integration, testing, or troubleshooting activities.


Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending 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.

About Coherent

Coherent, Inc. is a global leader in providing laser-based solutions to a broad range of commercial and scientific research customers. The company designs, manufactures, and markets lasers, laser-based systems, precision optics, and related accessories for a diverse group of customers. Coherent's markets include scientific research, OEM components and instrumentation, microelectronics, materials processing, and life sciences. The company's products are used in a wide range of applications. Coherent was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
Learn more about Coherent
Size
5,085 employees
Market Cap
$4.6 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
-$419.7 million
Founded
1966
5 Year Trend
+27.8%
Revenue
$1.2 billion
NASDAQ
COHR
* Ladders Estimates

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