Engineering Associate 2, Engineering

Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
1-Manufacturing process, development & improvement
Monitor and analyze plating and wet chemical process parameters daily to identify trends and abnormalities.
Analyze chemical concentration, tank condition, and equipment status to ensure processes operate within defined limits and recommend adjustments when needed.
Identify and report out-of-spec or abnormal conditions related to process, chemical, or equipment, and support initial root cause investigation.
Support engineers in process development and improvement activities, including experiments, qualification runs, and basic data analysis.
Review and update process documents (WI, parameters, specifications) and recommend improvements under guidance.
Support qualification of new materials or suppliers, including sample preparation, data analysis, and evaluation of results.
Analyze daily production processes to identify improvement opportunities and propose recommendations to engineers or supervisors.
2-Manufacturing Process Support and Quality control
Verify that new parts follow First Article Inspection (FAI) requirements before mass production and ensure processes, including chemical conditions, are under control.
Follow ISO and internal quality procedures, and actively support audit activities by preparing and reviewing records for process and chemical control.
Collect and analyze SPC data, monitor control limits, and identify abnormal trends, including variations in chemical conditions
Analyze SPC results and process conditions to recommend corrective actions for process and chemical-related deviations under guidance.
Analyze process performance (defect, yield, SPC trends) and identify data shifts or abnormalities, including chemical-related impacts, and report findings with recommendations to engineers.
Support MRB/CAR activities and production issue handling by preparing data, performing basic analysis, and supporting root cause investigation with relevant process and chemical data.
3-Machine, Equipment maintenance & set up
Perform chemical preparation and analyze solution test results (e.g., titration trends, concentration stability) to support process control.
Monitor and analyze equipment performance, including tanks, chemical systems, and related process equipment, to identify deviations and improvement opportunities.
Verify and monitor calibration status of equipment and support internal calibration activities, identifying potential issues or improvement needs.
Review and analyze process parameter data from systems (e.g., DMS) to ensure data accuracy and identify trends related to process and chemical conditions.
Support preventive maintenance (PM) and troubleshooting activities by identifying equipment abnormalities, performing basic analysis, and recommending improvement actions under guidance.
4-Report and documentation
Update and analyze log sheets, SPC charts, and routine reports, including process and chemical data, to identify trends and support improvement activities.
Maintain and organize technical documents (SOP/WI, SCD, MSDS) and ensure document accuracy and consistency.
Ensure accurate and reliable recording of process and chemical-related data, and review data for potential abnormalities or inconsistencies.
Support updating and improving procedures and documents based on process changes and analysis results under guidance.
5-Other
Follow and promote PPE and safety requirements, especially for chemical handling and wet process operations.
Support and participate in daily safety checks, identify unsafe conditions (including chemical and environmental issues), and recommend corrective actions.
Actively participate in 5S and continuous improvement (CI) activities, and suggest improvement ideas for production areas.
Support special projects and assigned tasks, and contribute to problem-solving and improvement activities under guidance.
Education & Experience
Intermediate Graduate or College Graduate. Major in Chemical, Materials, or a related field.
7+ years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in plating or wet chemical processes.
Experience in process monitoring, SPC, and basic troubleshooting
Familiar with chemical handling and basic lab practices
Basic computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, email), SPC tools is a plus
Safety Requirements
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate 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.:
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ntegrity - Create an Environment of Trust
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ollaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas A
ccountability - Own the Process and the Outcome
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espect - Recognize the Value in Everyone E
nthusiasm - 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. About Us
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.
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