Job Description and Responsibilities:
Our optical fiber plant is specialized in high volume manufacturing of glass preforms, optical fibers and optical fiber assemblies. The Controls Engineer will design, install and maintain control systems of our large-scale production equipment including Modified Chemical Vapor Deposition (MCVD) lathes, overcollapse lathes, fiber draw towers and other pieces of equipment used to produce specialty optical fibers and fiber assemblies. This role works with a cross-discipline team of Mechanical, Electrical and Process Engineers as well as collaborating with cross-functional teams in order to support all aspects of the optical fiber manufacturing process. The main job responsibilities include:
- Design, develop, integrate, troubleshoot and debug the robotic, PLC, and vision system programs for manufacturing equipment
- Deliver controls systems with structured software development practices to ensure safe, fast and efficient systems completion
- Design electrical control panels, develop implementation plans and coordinate execution
- Work daily with the manufacturing and equipment teams onsite, support needed repairs, suggest equipment and/or control system improvements to further stabilize manufacturing processes
- Plan for preventative maintenance
- Develop operating procedures and training material for Engineering and Production teams
- Effectively work with external machine builders and system integrators for detailed designs, builds and integrations
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Systems & Control Engineering or other relevant degree
- Strong electro-mechanical skills with demonstrated experience in the successful implementation of automation, robotics, and control system integration technologies in manufacturing processes.
- Strong team player who takes personal ownership for their areas of responsibility
- Capable of executing project assignments with minimal supervision
- Effective problem solving and decision-making skills, with focus on safety
- Energetic and highly motivated; high level of organization; able to multitask on multiple projects
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.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Systems & Control Engineering or other relevant degree
- Demonstrated experience implementing automation, robotics, and control system integration in manufacturing
- Experience designing, developing, integrating, troubleshooting and debugging PLC, robotic, and vision system programs
- Experience designing electrical control panels and coordinating implementation
- Strong electro-mechanical skills and ability to support onsite repairs and suggest equipment/control improvements
- Ability to execute project assignments with minimal supervision and effective problem solving with focus on safety
- Ability to develop operating procedures and training materials for Engineering and Production teams
- Ability to work effectively with external machine builders and system integrators
- Willingness to follow site EHS procedures and corporate EHS standards
Coherent Corp. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
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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.
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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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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.









