Job Description

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design of complex assembly stations that combine precise, repeatable component placement, active alignment, and metrology of laser beams.
• Develop Labview-based software applications to assemble, align and test laser systems.

• Develop Labview-based and python software applications to calibrate and test lasers and laser measurement devices.

• Simulate and program robot arms for assembly automation.

• Develop applications to collect and store critical data to a database.

• Provide regular detailed schedule and cost estimates for project tasks.

• Deliver project tasks on schedule.

• Work with engineering team members to define and optimize testing requirements.

• Participate in technical reviews. 

• Develop test plans to validate and assess the quality of applications.

• Provide support and updates for legacy Labview application software.

• Work closely with engineers to validate and debug designs.

• Work well as team member and independently. 

Personal Characteristics

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent team and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership ability including project management.
• System-level thinking combined with strong attention to detail.

Background and Education

• BSME, BSEE or BSCS minimum. MS preferred.
• 5+ years of test and assembly system development experience in the following areas: 
  • Developing tooling and assembly processes to build products to sub-micron precision.
  • Simulating and programming robot arm for assembly automation.
  • Using vision systems and software applications to actively align laser systems.
  • Deploying cameras and/or sensors to determine laser beam quality metrology.
  • Writing Labview apps to run assembly processes and collect data.
  • Writing Labview and pyhton apps to test with and calibrate sensing equipment. 
  • Writing software applications to interface with databases.
• A working knowledge of laser safety.

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.