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Senior Engineer, Test Development

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In-Office
Sherman, TX
Senior level
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Sherman, TX
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The Senior Engineer for Test Development improves and deploys test infrastructure, maintains operations, trains staff, and ensures optimal test performance in a factory setting.
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Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Improve existing Test Infrastructure capability and capacity in the factory 

  • Develop and deploy new Test Infrastructure in the factory 

  • Develop and deploy custom Test Infrastructure for R&D 

  • Continuously (24/7) maintain new and existing Test Infrastructure in the factory 

  • Setup & improve material flow process through the Test Infrastructure in the factory 

  • Support the Test Infrastructure requirements for multiple product teams simultaneously 

  • Develop, execute, and analyze DOEs 

  • Develop and maintain Test Infrastructure via SPC and other techniques 

  • Develop, improve, and maintain Test & Process SOP and OCAP documentation 

  • Provide Test Equipment & Process related training to operators/technicians/engineers 

  • Frequently analyze and report on Tool health, Process health, and Project status 

  • Develop calibration and validation routines for Test Equipment 

  • Meet and improve upon Test related KPI goals 

  • Ownership and accountability of Test Infrastructure and Performance in the factory 

  • Frequently present verbal and written updates and reports to upper management 

  • Work closely with cross-functional teams and ensure project and product successes 

  • Interfacing and reporting to internal and external customers on project status 

Education & Experience

  • Minimum 9 yr. semiconductor, analog, or similar Test and Measurement experience 

  • MS or equivalent degree, PhD preferred 

  • High volume manufacturing experience strongly preferred 

Skills

    • In-depth knowledge of optics, mechanics, and electronics theory 

    • Excellent laboratory skills using high speed test equipment such as network analyzers, pattern generators, oscilloscopes, error detectors, micrometers, microscopes, etc. 

    • Cursory knowledge of programming or scripting languages 

    • Quick learner with abstract and foreign concepts 

    • Great self-management & prioritization skills 

    • Strong written and verbal communication skills 

    • Strong reporting, logging, and documentation skills 

    • Strong direct ownership of projects and ability to successfully complete them within cross-functional teams 

    • High proficiency with MS Office suite and similar software 

    • Experience with popular mathematical, engineering, and statistical software packages 

    • Ability to support a 24/7 manufacturing environment 

    • Must be a self-starter, able to work in high stress environment 

    • Strong interpersonal/teaming skills to able to effectively collaborate with other cross-functional teams and individuals at all levels of the organization to achieve business unit and organizational objectives. 

    • Demonstrated good judgement in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions 

    • Demonstrated decision making based on data and statistics 

    • Ability to juggle many tasks simultaneously and continually report on progress 

Working Conditions

  • This position will support 24/7 factory operations inside a cleanroom 

  • Some days may be spent nearly entirely on the cleanroom floor in cleanroom attire 

  • Some days may be spent nearly entirely sitting at cubicle desk 

  • Must be a self-starter, able to work in high physical and mental stress environment 

  • Must be able to work from incomplete/non-existent documentation and instructions 

  • Holiday/nights/weekends work may be necessary depending on project/production deadlines 

Physical Requirements

  • Includes working on mechanical systems within a production cleanroom and/or lab 

  • Includes working with laptops & desktops within a production cleanroom and/or cubicle 

  • Requires bending at the waist and/or knees 

  • Requires leaning/reaching into mechanical systems 

  • Requires bundling/unbundling cabling on the floor 

  • Requires lifting up to 50lb 

  • Requires using microscopes and other metrology tools 

  • Requires working in full cleanroom attire including laser safety goggles 

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.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work


 

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.


 

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].

 

About UsCoherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

Top Skills

Analog
Engineering Software
High Speed Test Equipment
Mathematical Software
MS Office
Network Analyzers
Oscilloscopes
Pattern Generators
Semiconductor
Spc
Statistical Software
Test And Measurement

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