Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

) Product Qualifications – Design, System, and Implementation – 40%

• Serve as the primary Product Engineer interface for Contract Manufacturing during the design transfer and New Product Introduction (NPI) phase
• Create and maintain all essential product documentation, including Bill of Materials (BOMs), process workflows, work instructions, and control plans
• Analyze and resolve complex product-related issues during prototyping, pilot runs, and ramp-up phases
• Facilitate the smooth transition of products from NPI to volume production, ensuring all processes are stable, capable, and documented
• Work closely with NPI Engineer

2) Introduction of New Customers and Implementation of New Programs -30 %

• Act as a key member of the cross-functional launch team (Engineering, Operations, Product Line Managers (PLMs), Field Applications Engineer (FAEs), Regional Sales Manager (RSM) Supply Chain, Quality) for new customer onboarding and new program implementation
• Execute timely the Engineering Project Timeline, ensuring all technical milestones are met on schedule.

3) Maintain and Enhance Quality Control Systems - 20%

• Develop and implement robust Quality Control plans, including in-process inspection criteria, statistical process control (SPC) methodologies, and final acceptance testing protocols.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) initiatives for product non-conformances, customer returns, and field failures utilizing tools like 8D, 5-Whys, and Fishbone diagrams
• Drive continuous improvement activities to reduce the Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), including scrap, rework, and warranty claims

4) Develop Systems for Easy and Best-in-Class Manufacturing Strategy - 10%

• Champion the development and implementation of standardized engineering processes, tools, and templates to streamline NPI and reduce time-to-volume
• Identify and lead projects focused on process automation, mistake-proofing (poka-yoke), and digital transformation to improve manufacturing efficiency and product quality

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical engineering, or Electrical Engineering, Optics, Physics, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred,
• Minimum of 3+ years of product or manufacturing engineering experience, preferably within contract manufacturing, high-speed optics packaging field, with a product engineer role.
• Proven track record of successfully introducing multiple new products and managing customers in a manufacturing environment.
• Deep expertise in GD&T, statistical analysis, DOE, and validation methodologies
• Excellent project management, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to influence customers and internal stakeholders
• Good communication skills in both English Chinese.

Skills

• Proficient in Data analysis by JMP or Mini-tab.
• Familiar with Transceiver, OSA product structure.
• Prefer Similar Product Engineer working experiences in the past.
• Adaptability, Innovation, Planning and Organizing, Problem Solving, Decision Making and Continuous Improvement, Professional and Technical Knowledge and Skills, Reliable and Dependable, Results Oriented, Teamwork.

Working Conditions

• Reporting to the CMM Team in Wuxi, China
• Full-time supporting CMs in Penang and Penang Island, and traveling to other CMs in Johor Bahru when needed.
• Office / Cubicle located in R&D office in Penang Island (IJM), Gelugor, Penang

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.

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!

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