Principal, Epi Process Engineer

As lead SiC EPI process engineer, you will be responsible for working with the SiC Epi Director in the coordination of program activities as assigned. Apply technical knowledge in SiC epitaxy and growth reactors to help improve epitaxial layer uniformity and defectivity. Use statistical packages such as JMP to track these layer attributes. Help identify and develop epitaxial metrology methods. The successful candidate will also work with AMD/WBE work partners including engineers, planners, technicians, procurement, and other team members to plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate the assigned programs. You will be working with external vendors to identify solutions to meet timely product requirements for various applications.

Education:

Phd degree in Chemistry, Physics or Engineering

Experience:

At least 10 years in related experience in a global organization including at least 5 years specific experience in SiC epitaxy, process, equipment and characterization.

Special Skills:

• Ability to excel in a cross-organizational, cross-cultural, global team environment

• Ability to handle multiple priorities and complex issues involving external and internal priorities

• Ability to work with employees and customers in a multi-cultural, global team environment

• Handle special assignments promptly and professionally

• Set a high standard of ethics, professionalism, leadership, and competency

• Demonstrates and promotes the Coherent Worldwide values:

• Customer First

• Honesty and Integrity

• Open Communications

• Teamwork

• Continuous Improvement and Learning

• Manage by the "Facts"

• A Safe, Clean and Orderly Workplace

• Strong customer and supplier focus.

• Help SiC Epi Director optimize strategic direction by helping to evaluate compare and contrast competing epitaxial growth reactors/processees for optimized outcomes for diverse internal and external device profiles and other epitaxial requirements including quality, uniformity, throughput and cost.

• Able to create and monitor schedules so that they are up-to-date with correct assumptions, dependencies, and constraints according to industry accepted standards.

• Facilitating Change' Planning and Organizing' Problem Solving, Decision Making and Professional and Technical Knowledge and Skills' Results Oriented 'Teamwork and Conflict Management. Capable of directing engineers and technicians as needed in a growing organization.

Experience:

• Proven interpersonal and communication skills

• Extensive experience with Epi equipment design, installation and growth

• Experienced with problem analysis and resolution

• Demonstrated ability to achieve results independently or working with others from diverse technical and cultural backgrounds

• Demonstrated ability to guide people and achieve results through others

• Experience with problem analysis and resolution at the functional level

• Proven track record of continuous improvement

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

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. person, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. person, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

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 talentacquisition@coherent.com.