Process Integration Engineer

Job Title

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Drive new product and new process development to ensure timely and successful delivery of qualified products.

• Oversee day-to-day progress of matrix lots to keep development activities on track.

• Manage part numbers and BOM to ensure proper setup for new product introduction.

• Support the NPI team in establishing mask sets, process flows, and workflows for both front-end (wafer fabrication) and back-end (die assembly and characterization) processes.

• Assist in failure analysis by investigating issues found during wafer fabrication and product characterization and take the lead in analyzing root causes.

• Coordinate production ramp-up readiness by working closely with cross-functional teams—including EPI, process, assembly, test, and product engineering—to ensure readiness in areas such as chip design/specs, equipment, process documentation, and data infrastructure.

• Collaborate with the product engineering team to improve yield, especially in addressing characterization issues that span multiple process areas.

• Design and execute experiments related to design, process, and testing to identify and implement corrective actions for failure modes encountered during new product development.

Education & Experience

• 3 years of experience in III-V semiconductor laser related device design, process development and characterization is required.

• PhD degree in electrical engineering, material science, physics, or other relevant major.

Skills

• Hands-on experience with design, process and characterization of optoelectronic device such as VCSEL, DFB laser, or photonic integrated chip.

• Strong statistical data analysis skills (JMP or Minitab etc.).

• Familiarity with semiconductor wafer fab operations (Manufacturing Execution System, process and quality control, change management etc.).

• Experience with optoelectronic device reliability testing and modeling is a plus.

• Strong communication skills; adept at hosting effective meetings and facilitating actions and resolving conflicts.

• Strong ability to drive actions and solutions through cross-functional teams.

• Collaborate in a professional and respectful manner with coworkers, vendors, contractors, etc.

Working Conditions

• Will be exposed to areas where hand tools and power tools are being operated.

• Will be exposed to areas where hazardous chemicals or gases are stored.

• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment per semi-conductor protocol/requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Work in a class 100/1000 clean room for extended periods.

• Wear full cleanroom attire (smock, mask, etc.).

• Work with and/or around chemicals (such as solids and acids).

• Stand for up to 4 hours at a time.

• Lift up to 16-30 Pounds.

• Push/Pull up to 16-30 pounds.

• Sit for up to 4 hours at a time.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow the site EHS procedures and Corporate EHS standards. This includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities. Managers will ensure that all safety and environmental procedures are followed consistently. They will ensure that risk assessments are performed, proper training, work instructions, required PPE is available, and will monitor compliance.

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.

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About Us

Coherent 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.

Job Info

Job Identification 2009387

Posting Date 12/04/2025, 06:40 PM

Degree Level Doctorate Degree

Job Schedule Full time

Locations 6800 South, US-75, Sherman, TX, 75090, US (On-site)

Pay Scale $ 88,550 - 109,560 per year