Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Manages integration of individual processes into fabrication flows for new products.
- Defines new unit process requirements and targets, designs/integrates wafer fab process flows
- Partners with Design, Process Engineering, Layout, Program Management and Test to scale to production and hit manufacturing yield targets.
- Defines and creates test structures and layouts to fabricate and characterize new device technologies and demonstrate margin for volume manufacturing
- Performs DC, small signal RF and optical testing and characterization of devices, setup test plan, collects and analyzes data
- Characterizes wafer fab design rules with respect to device performance and characteristics and establish design rules for process margin and high product yield
- Works with manufacturing group to specify and verify critical in-line and PCM process control metrics for high volume manufacturing
- Has a good understanding of device/process interactions and process integration issues, drives improvements benefiting time to market.
- Creates documentation required to transfer the process technology to manufacturing including all development data, process fingerprints, process control plan, etc
- Participates in on-going continuous yield/performance improvement efforts
Education & Experience
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Minimum M.S. in electrical engineering or related field with 5 years of relevant job experience
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Ph.D. in Electrical engineering or related field is preferred with 2 years of relevant job experience
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Deep knowledge and understanding of III-V semiconductor devices and materials: physics, TCAD simulation, fab process, testing, modeling
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Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) and/or Product Lifecycle Management processes
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Experience of working within cross-functional teams successfully, interacting with a broad range of functions, skills, cultures, and personalities.
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Skills
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Previous experience as process or integration engineer in III-V electronics or opto-electronics.
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In-depth understanding of all aspects of III-V compound semiconductor processing
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Familiarity with DC, small signal RF and optical testing and metrology of test structures
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Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and risk management skills.
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Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills.
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Highly self-motivated with a strong multi-disciplinary background is essential.
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Working Conditions
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This position is on-site full time.
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Regular use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary
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Interaction with team members and external contacts is a regular part of the job
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Physical Requirements
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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].
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
- Minimum M.S. degree in electrical engineering or a related field
- At least 5 years of relevant job experience with an M.S.
- Ph.D. in electrical engineering or a related field
- At least 2 years of relevant job experience with a Ph.D.
- Deep knowledge of III-V semiconductor devices and materials, including physics, TCAD simulation, fabrication processes, testing, and modeling
- Experience with New Product Introduction and/or Product Lifecycle Management processes
- Previous experience as a process or integration engineer in III-V electronics or optoelectronics
- In-depth understanding of III-V compound semiconductor processing
- Familiarity with DC, small-signal RF, optical testing, and test-structure metrology
- Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and risk-management skills
- Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills
- Strong multidisciplinary background and ability to work cross-functionally
- Ability to work on-site full time
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..
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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.








