Process Engineering Director

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage engineering for qualification of customers, process control and continuous improvement for the Facility and sustain and improve all aspects of existing ion implant processes.
• Supervise process technicians and lead efforts including but not limited to the following: implementing process improvements; conducting experiments and executing gauge capabilities with direction from senior Process Engineering Member working with production as needed; interface with sales for achievement of a common goal.
• EHS liaison for the site and promote safety. Monitor the compliance and reporting to the appropriate agencies.
• Work directly with customers on new process development and any process related issues.
• Develop and maintain simulation models to support customer request and business growth.
• Focus on Process Development and Process-Related-Equipment-Enhancement Development. Sustain/Support Implantation production as necessary.Production improvements are planned for both the High Current Implant and Broad Range Implant areas.
• Manage maintenance team to support tool uptime and PMs.

Education & Experience

• At minimum, 10+ years of relevant work experience working in a technical factory with at least 7 years of management experience or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, material science, physics, chemical engineering and/or equivalent experience in a wafer fabrication area is preferred.
• Experience with ion implantation process engineering for a variety of process technologies (Discrete devices, Bipolar, CMOS, etc) and a variety of tool types.Sales and Marketing support capability needed. Recognition in the implant engineering community to be established over time (prefer).At minimum, 10+ years of relevant work experience working in a technical factory with at least 7 years of management experience or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, material science, physics, chemical engineering and/or equivalent experience in a wafer fabrication area is preferred.
• Experience with ion implantation process engineering for a variety of process technologies (Discrete devices, Bipolar, CMOS, etc) and a variety of tool types.Sales and Marketing support capability needed. Recognition in the implant engineering community to be established over time (prefer).

Skills

• Knowledge in the areas of integrated circuit integration or statistical process control is a plus.
• Proven experience with high volume fabrication processes, process FMEA's, control plans and statistical process control
• Working knowledge of standard costing system
• Experience in identifying, justifying and deploying new capital assets where needed
• Technical leadership/managing skills
• Working knowledge of Six Sigma methods
• A mix of computer skills needed; skills in high voltage, low current electronics, logic circuits, pneumatic logic, and ion physics
• Strong written communication (proposals, memos) and verbal communication skills (listening, making presentations)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software and Microsoft Project (or similar software)Knowledge in the areas of integrated circuit integration or statistical process control is a plus.
• Proven experience with high volume fabrication processes, process FMEA's, control plans and statistical process control
• Working knowledge of standard costing system
• Experience in identifying, justifying and deploying new capital assets where needed
• Technical leadership/managing skills
• Working knowledge of Six Sigma methods
• A mix of computer skills needed; in high voltage, low current electronics, logic circuits, pneumatic logic, and ion physics
• Strong written communication (proposals, memos) and verbal communication skills (listening, making presentations)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software and Microsoft Project (or similar software)
• Knowledge in the areas of integrated circuit integration or statistical process control is a plus.
• Proven experience with high volume fabrication processes, process FMEA's, control plans and statistical process control
• Working knowledge of standard costing system
• Experience in identifying, justifying and deploying new capital assets where needed
• Technical leadership/managing skills
• Working knowledge of Six Sigma methods
• A mix of computer skills needed; skills in high voltage, low current electronics, logic circuits, pneumatic logic, and ion physics
• Strong written communication (proposals, memos) and verbal communication skills (listening, making presentations)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software and Microsoft Project (or similar software)

Working Conditions

• Work in an office environment and non-climate-controlled manufacturing facility
• Work in a Class 10/100/1000 clean room for extended periods
• Wear full clean room attire
• Work with and/or around chemicals such as acids and solvents
• Providing support during off hours

ITAR/EAR and Other Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or protected individual).
• Compliance with all applicable export control regulations.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp 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.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com.