Manufacturing Engineer - Fab and Polish

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Job Description

Responsibilities include:

Develop manufacturing process of wafers utilizing existing equipment and technologies, or suggesting new cost-efficient approach.

Design tools and fixtures to improve or streamline manufacturing process.

Define best technical solutions to mitigate the human factor influences of the process.

Troubleshoot and root cause failure analysis: For prototype units through the development of the production process of equipment on the production floor.

Create and maintain project documentation and communicating information at project status meetings.

Create MSP's and WI to describe the developed process, and train technicians

Have a good understanding optical manufacturing processes, included metrology and inspection steps needed to make sure that the developed process is correct.

Set the example of good work practices , be hands on in the development of the process, and bringing projects up to speed

Technical Skills

Knowledge of fabrication and polishing of the optical components.

Knowledge of crystal fabrication a +, wafer polishing a+, x-ray crystallography a++

SolidWorks design and simulations skills

Hands on experience in optical shop

• CNC programming. Utilizing microscopes, interferometers, and laser measurement setup.

Basic knowledge and experience in project management, ability to work with minimum supervision

• OneNote, Microsoft Office, Oracle, or similar software

Six Sigma, C-Lean, and 5S knowledge a must.

Presentation skills and ability to work with all levels of management and diverse departments.

Education

Minimum 7 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 5 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with 3 years experience; or equivalent experience.

Master's in manufacturing engineering or equivalent combination of engineering degree and years of experience, preferably in optics, crystals, or wafers.

2 years' work experience in optics, fabrication, or relevant area of photonics in an industrial production environment.

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

I ntegrity – Create an Environment of Trust

C ollaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

A ccountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

R espect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

E nthusiasm – 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 2010682

Posting Date 02/24/2026, 08:07 PM

Degree Level Bachelor's Degree

Job Schedule Full time

Locations 6800 South, US-75, Sherman, TX, 75090, US

Pay Scale $85,000 - $125,000