Automation Engineer

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Wilsonville, OR, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Design and develop LabVIEW and Python applications for assembly, alignment, calibration, and testing of laser systems; simulate/program robot arms; deploy vision and sensor metrology; collect/store test data; create test plans, schedules, cost estimates; support legacy software and collaborate across engineering teams to deliver projects on schedule.
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Responsibilities

  • Participate in the design of complex assembly stations that combine precise, repeatable component placement, active alignment, and metrology of laser beams.
  • Develop Labview-based software applications to assemble, align and test laser systems.
  • Develop Labview-based and python software applications to calibrate and test lasers and laser measurement devices.

  • Simulate and program robot arms for assembly automation.

  • Develop applications to collect and store critical data to a database.

  • Provide regular detailed schedule and cost estimates for project tasks.

  • Deliver project tasks on schedule.

  • Work with engineering team members to define and optimize testing requirements.

  • Participate in technical reviews. 

  • Develop test plans to validate and assess the quality of applications.

  • Provide support and updates for legacy Labview application software.

  • Work closely with engineers to validate and debug designs.

  • Work well as team member and independently. 


Personal Characteristics

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent team and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong leadership ability including project management.
  • System-level thinking combined with strong attention to detail.

Background and Education

  • BSME, BSEE or BSCS minimum. MS preferred.
  • 5+ years of test and assembly system development experience in the following areas: 
    • Developing tooling and assembly processes to build products to sub-micron precision.
    • Simulating and programming robot arm for assembly automation.
    • Using vision systems and software applications to actively align laser systems.
    • Deploying cameras and/or sensors to determine laser beam quality metrology.
    • Writing Labview apps to run assembly processes and collect data.
    • Writing Labview and pyhton apps to test with and calibrate sensing equipment. 
    • Writing software applications to interface with databases.
  • A working knowledge of laser safety.

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.:

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 [email protected].


About UsCoherent 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.

Skills Required

  • BSME, BSEE or BSCS minimum
  • MS degree
  • 5+ years of test and assembly system development experience
  • Developing tooling and assembly processes to build products to sub-micron precision
  • Simulating and programming robot arms for assembly automation
  • Using vision systems and software to actively align laser systems
  • Deploying cameras and/or sensors for laser beam quality metrology
  • Writing LabVIEW applications to run assembly processes and collect data
  • Writing LabVIEW and Python applications to test and calibrate sensing equipment
  • Writing software applications to interface with databases
  • Working knowledge of laser safety
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong leadership ability including project management
  • System-level thinking with strong attention to detail

Coherent Corp. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Coherent Corp. and has not been reviewed or approved by Coherent Corp..

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare Strength: Health coverage includes multiple national and region-specific options (UHC HDHP/HSA, PPO, EPO; Kaiser in CA; Health Net in OR) plus separate dental (Delta Dental) and vision (VSP), indicating strong breadth and choice. This breadth supports a solid total package in certain roles and locations.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility Equity Value & Accessibility: An Employee Stock Purchase Plan allows buying shares at 85% of market price with contributions up to 10% of pay, expanding ownership access. This feature can materially bolster total rewards even when base pay is mid‑pack.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Leave & Time Off Breadth: Paid time off includes 15 vacation days for new hires, 10 paid holidays, and additional paid time during a December shutdown. This structure provides a clear and competitive baseline for time away from work.

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The Company
HQ: Saxonburg, PA
3,569 Employees

What We Do

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, Pennsylvania, Coherent has research and development, manufacturing, sales, service, and distribution facilities worldwide. For more information, please visit us at coherent.com.

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