Sr. Electrical Engineer

This position is responsible for designing and implementing automated assembly, test, and inspection systems to support internal manufacturing needs. The role includes selecting and integrating electrical components, creating wiring schematics, and developing detailed system documentation. It involves collaborating with cross‑functional teams to define system specifications, oversee assembly, and ensure successful transfer to production. The position also supports troubleshooting and continuous improvement of automated systems to enhance efficiency and reliability.

• Design and implement automated assembly, test, and inspection systems for company internal customers.
• Design and select electrical components, such as motors, power supplies, sensors, relays, safety protection devices, etc.
• Generate the wiring schematic diagrams to connect all electrical components into a desired circuit as part of the automated system building.
• Create BOM and related documents for the system support and additional system building.
• Document all designs in Agile database.
• Collaborate with teams to develop and transfer the new process to manufacturing site.
• Work with internal customers to define the automated system specifications.
• Design or modify electrical/electronic engineering assemblies, layouts/schematics using AutoCAD and/or detailed drawings/specifications.
• Select the electrical components, such as stage motors, power supplies, sensors, relays, various controllers, safety components, etc.
• Layout the system and review the initial design with the customer.
• Detailed design all subsystems and related components. Generate necessary schematic drawings for system assembly/wiring.
• Work with technicians and manage the system assembly. Modify and improve the system design as needed.
• Coordinate the procurement and assembly of electrical/electronic components/equipment and identify sources of critical parts and subsystems to resolve technical issues.
• Support production lines and troubleshoot a variety of electrical failure and fix the problem in an automated process system.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related fields.
• 5+ yrs. of electrical engineering experience in automated process and test systems development is must.
• Familiar with small tooling fixture design is preferred.
• Knowledge of laser technology is preferred.

• Experience with semi‑automated and automated processing systems.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, such as Power Point, Excel, and Word.
• Meticulous and thorough; diligent with design documentation.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend English is required.
• Integrity and self‑motivated
• Ability to work in fast paced team and independent setting.
• Knowledge of machining, vision, and electrical is useful.

• Must be able to function in a fast‑paced environment, carrying out multiple projects at a time.
• Candidate may need to occasionally travel overseas to customer site for system transfer or support.
• Primarily office and lab environment with regular interaction on the production floor for system testing and troubleshooting.

• Able to work in the clean room environment when needed.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment or components weighing up to 25 pounds during system assembly or testing.
• Requires standing, bending, and working at lab benches or production areas for extended periods while troubleshooting or assembling systems.

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

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.

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Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

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