Principal Engineer

PROCESS & EQUIPMENT PRINCIPAL ENGINEER- BACKEND/LABELING ENGINEERING

Job Summary

• Develop or implement a highly effective plan to meet the high standard of operation and to meet the engineering KPI.
• Formulate a program to combine machine automation, AI assisted process control and data analytics to improve operational efficiency and achieve cost saving
• To streamline all Backend processes and tester/ equipment capacity/productivity models with integrated automation to establish the cost-effective model 
• To maintain Backend testers and vision inspection machine functionality, maintenance and software upgrade and even drive the vision deep learning development and data automation
• To ensure necessary control, equipment maintenance, setup, safety, PCP are carried out or established to meet the product specifications
• Track and develop the competencies of subordinates, providing leadership, coaching, and training as required.

Job Requirements

• A Bachelor or Master of Engineering in Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics/Computer science
• 8 to 10 years of experience in the manufacturing process and able to manage process enhancement via automation.
• Good computer literacy, data mining and software development with C# and VB net knowledge will be an added advantage
• Knowledge in the motion control, IO Control, robotics and machine vision, data analysis by AI tools is preferable.
• Possess good analytical skills to resolve job related problems for timely corrective actions 
• Originate and develop sound ideas for process and technical improvements

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible to establish, implement and drive all actions to improve process yield and maintenance uptime to meet engineering KPI 
• Responsible for backend process, maintenance, debug, machine troubleshooting and AI-assisted predictive maintenance application to minimize downtime.
• To conduct gage repeatability & reliability studies, correlation studies as well as data driven improvement actions to improve both process capability and UPH of the automated assembly or inspection equipment
• Generate reaction plans or in advance solution for OOC situations to ensure operation is not affected
• To assist the manufacturing personnel in operator training, qualification & improving operator utilization/productivity as well as Backend equipment maintenance, spare parts and automation software
• Continuous Improvement on machine yield, capability, productivity and etc. through robotic process automation and AI supported vision tools to achieve cost savings and operational excellence
• To lead and mentor a group of engineers, AE and techs to support project improvement initiatives besides daily tasks and to support OTD, scrap and rework reduction
• Practice Risk Base Thinking in planning and execution of task. 
• Do 'whatever it takes' to meet or exceed our customers' expectation in compliance with the Quality Policy.
• Ensure compliance to Safety, ESD, ISO, Cleanroom and housekeeping guidelines. 

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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