Senior, Manufacturing Engineer

Singapore - Singapore

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 08-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

1. Process Development and Optimization

Develop document and implement manufacturing processes for laser modules optical assemblies and related sub-systems.
Define critical process parameters for optical alignment bonding soldering and laser cavity assembly.
Conduct DOE (Design of Experiments) and SPC (Statistical Process Control) to optimize yield and minimize process variability.
Translate R&D prototypes into robust repeatable production processes.

2. Production Support

Provide hands-on technical support to production teams for troubleshooting yield issues process deviations and equipment downtime.
Implement root cause analysis and corrective actions for production failures (using tools like DMAIC FMEA Ishikawa).
Support daily manufacturing operations to meet production schedules and performance targets (throughput yield quality).

3. Equipment and Tooling Management

Specify qualify and maintain production equipment such as optical benches alignment stations bonding systems and test setups.
Design and procure custom fixtures jigs and alignment tools to improve precision and throughput.
Ensure calibration and preventive maintenance of manufacturing and metrology tools.

4. Quality and Continuous Improvement

Work with Quality and Reliability teams to ensure process compliance to ISO 9001 / ISO 13485 standards.
Develop and update process documentation: work instructions
Drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives for process improvement waste reduction and cost optimization.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

Interface with Design Engineering for Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews and prototype builds.
Collaborate with Supply Chain and Vendors to ensure component quality and manufacturability.
Support NPI (New Product Introduction) transitions from R&D to production.

6. Data Analysis and Reporting

Collect and analyze process data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Implement real-time data collection and traceability systems (MES SPC dashboards).
Present yield performance and process capability metrics to management.

Education & Experience

A bachelors or masters degree in engineering or its equivalents with at least 3-5 years of relevant work experience in Photonics or a related manufacturing field
Possess technical expertise pertaining to Manufacturing Assembly & Test Processes for mechanical assemblies PCBA and optical components.
Strong problem-solving skills and excellent knowledge in Six Sigma DMAIC approach Lean principles DOE SPC FMEA GR&R and other quality improvement tools. Certified Six Sigma Green or Black Belt will be an advantage.
Excellent interpersonal skills with good verbal and written communication skills.
Self-directed and able to work independently with little or no direct supervision.

Working Conditions

This role is 100% onsite

CultureCommitment

Ensure adherence to companys 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 Singapore Pte Ltd shares the 5 key principles of fair employment practices and is committed to adopting these principles in the management of our human resources. We believe that the effective implementation of fair employment practices will bring about a more harmonious and progressive work environment within our organisation and contribute towards making Singapore a great place to work.

DescriptionPrimary Duties & Responsibilities1. Process Development and OptimizationDevelop document and implement manufacturing processes for laser modules optical assemblies and related sub-systems.Define critical process parameters for optical alignment bonding soldering and laser cavity assembly....

Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

1. Process Development and Optimization

Develop document and implement manufacturing processes for laser modules optical assemblies and related sub-systems.
Define critical process parameters for optical alignment bonding soldering and laser cavity assembly.
Conduct DOE (Design of Experiments) and SPC (Statistical Process Control) to optimize yield and minimize process variability.
Translate R&D prototypes into robust repeatable production processes.

2. Production Support

Provide hands-on technical support to production teams for troubleshooting yield issues process deviations and equipment downtime.
Implement root cause analysis and corrective actions for production failures (using tools like DMAIC FMEA Ishikawa).
Support daily manufacturing operations to meet production schedules and performance targets (throughput yield quality).

3. Equipment and Tooling Management

Specify qualify and maintain production equipment such as optical benches alignment stations bonding systems and test setups.
Design and procure custom fixtures jigs and alignment tools to improve precision and throughput.
Ensure calibration and preventive maintenance of manufacturing and metrology tools.

4. Quality and Continuous Improvement

Work with Quality and Reliability teams to ensure process compliance to ISO 9001 / ISO 13485 standards.
Develop and update process documentation: work instructions
Drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives for process improvement waste reduction and cost optimization.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

Interface with Design Engineering for Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews and prototype builds.
Collaborate with Supply Chain and Vendors to ensure component quality and manufacturability.
Support NPI (New Product Introduction) transitions from R&D to production.

6. Data Analysis and Reporting

Collect and analyze process data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Implement real-time data collection and traceability systems (MES SPC dashboards).
Present yield performance and process capability metrics to management.

Education & Experience

A bachelors or masters degree in engineering or its equivalents with at least 3-5 years of relevant work experience in Photonics or a related manufacturing field
Possess technical expertise pertaining to Manufacturing Assembly & Test Processes for mechanical assemblies PCBA and optical components.
Strong problem-solving skills and excellent knowledge in Six Sigma DMAIC approach Lean principles DOE SPC FMEA GR&R and other quality improvement tools. Certified Six Sigma Green or Black Belt will be an advantage.
Excellent interpersonal skills with good verbal and written communication skills.
Self-directed and able to work independently with little or no direct supervision.

Working Conditions

This role is 100% onsite

CultureCommitment

Ensure adherence to companys 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

Key Skills

Lean Manufacturing
Six Sigma
CNC Programming
Lean
Machining
Tooling
CAD
CNC
Assembly Experience
SolidWorks
Kaizen
Manufacturing

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Coherent

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 ... View more

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