AVI Process Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 25, 2026. Coherent scores A on the Alion truth index.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Creates and maintains AVI recipes and processes.
Monitors SPC data and maintains process control.
Maintains process step
- .vise yield and investigates yield issues in the unit and is tasked with developing/implementing corrective actions.
Characterize/optimize process and develop CTRL plan and OCAP.
Works on developing continuous improvement processes/activities to reduce scrap, improve process capability, reduce cost as well as decrease cycle time.
Responsible for writing process specification documentation.
Trains Process Technicians on unit-processes.
Collaborates with other functional groups, including Operations, Equipment Engineering, Process Integration, Design, Supply Chain, etc. to achieve business unit/organizational Objectives.
Resolves technical issues involving more than one process area
Education & Experience
-Bachelors' degree in Physics, Chemistry, Material Sciences or a closely related science or engineering major and at least 8 years of experience in the semiconductor industry OR
-Master degree and 6 years of industry experience OR
-PhD degree with 3 years of industry experience.
GaAs semiconductor processing or optoelectronics device experience preferred.
Skills
Knowledge of general semiconductor wafer processing and engineering practices.
Knowledge of multiple unit processes.
Knowledge of engineering statistics.
Knowledge of semiconductor lasers is preferred.
Good written/oral communication skill.
Fluency in MS Office suite as well as JMP or Other statistics software.
Working Conditions
Will be exposed to areas where hand tools and power tools are being operated. Will be exposed to areas where hazardous chemicals or gases are stored. Ability to work in a cleanroom environment per semi-conductor protocol/requirements.
Physical Requirements
Work in a class 100/1000 clean room for extended periods
Wear full cleanroom attire (smock, mask, etc.)
Work with and/or around chemicals (such as solids and acids)
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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