Coherent Corp.

Quality System Engineer

Coherent Corp.  •  Kingdom of Sweden (Onsite)  •  7 days ago
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Job Description

Coherent Corp is the global leader in photonics, designing and manufacturing advanced laser, optical, and materials technologies. Our innovations power semiconductor manufacturing, AI infrastructure, advanced communications, and precision industrial systems worldwide. With a global footprint and cutting-edge manufacturing and R&D, we’re shaping the future of high-tech industries.

In Sweden, our teams operate Sweden’s only full-scale indium phosphide wafer fabrication facility, where we design, manufacture, and test some of the world’s fastest optical chips under one roof, supporting AI infrastructure, data centres, and global communications networks worldwide.

The Role

You will be responsible for…

What you will be doing…

  • Develop, maintain, and continuously improve our ISO‑based Quality Management System
  • Ensure compliance with legal, corporate, and regulatory requirements across the organization
  • Lead and plan internal audits that drive meaningful improvements
  • Monitor, verify, and follow up on corrective actions
  • Own and organise key QMS documentation on our intranet
  • Support teams in R&D and production with quality methods, tools, and best practices
  • Strengthen our quality culture through proactive collaboration and leadership

About You

  • B.Sc. in Quality Engineering or equivalent competence
  • Solid experience working with Quality and Management Systems in R&D and/or production
  • Strong interest in quality methods and continuous improvement
  • Six Sigma certification (Yellow/Green/Black Belt)
  • Experience with Lean processes
  • Ability to lead, influence, and drive corrective actions
  • Strong interpersonal and problem‑solving skills
  • Comfortable working cross‑functionally within the Järfälla site and Corporate Quality
  • Swedish language required; additional languages are a plus

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

🤝 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

Application & Selection:

Current employees who wish to apply should submit a cover letter detailing their interest in the position and how their skills and experience align with the requirements of the role.

If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application process, please reach out to john.cairney@coherent.com We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.


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.

Coherent Corp.

About Coherent Corp.

Coherent empowers market innovators to define the future through breakthrough technologies, from materials to systems. We deliver innovations that resonate with our customers in diversified applications for the industrial, communications, electronics, and instrumentation markets. Headquartered in Saxonburg, Coherent has research and development, manufacturing, sales, service, and distribution facilities worldwide. For more information, please visit us at coherent.com.

Industry
Hardware & Semiconductors
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Saxonburg, PENNSYLVANIA
Year Founded
Unknown
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