Coherent is looking for a Crystal Growth Engineer for our Hillsborough, NJ facility. Person must have experience in leading edge materials research in an academic or industrial environment as well as experience and/or educational understanding of physical principles underlying optical materials/crystals.

Responsibilities include:
Plan and conduct engineering tests and detailed experimental testing to verify process efficacy, prove hypotheses or characterize material quality
Organize and write machine/process and qualification procedures
Operate and maintain crystal growth equipment for production and R&D and process development purposes
Assist in the design, construction, test and check-out of crystal growth and test equipment
Use manufacturing test, development or diagnostic equipment
Perform operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment

Education and Work Experience:

Minimum Qualifications:
Masters in materials science or related discipline
Minimum of 5 years of hands on experience in at least 1 method of crystal growth with emphasis on techniques for bulk congruent materials (Czochralski, Kyropoulos, Bridgman)
Experience with analytical equipment for optical/physical material characterization
Experience working from schematics, diagrams, written, and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and trouble-shooting functions
Proven understanding of optical material principles

Desired Qualifications:
PhD in materials science or related discipline
Hands on experience in various methods of crystal growth (Czochralski and Liquid Phase Epitaxy)
Experience in materials preparation and synthesis
Experience with common materials characterization techniques (SEM, XRD, GDMS, XRF, etc)
Experience using Solid works, Labview, Macros for Excel
Strong project management skills
Strong research analytical skills
Ability to plan, organize and multitask across multiple projects to utilize time efficiently
Strong communication skills in team meetings, presentations and comprehensive reports
Ability to work independently and to interface with large teams, working across departmental/discipline boundaries

Working Conditions
Factory environment. which includes equipment in an open floor setting and in a cleanroom environment. All locations are temperature and humidity controlled.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corporate EHS standards. This includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities.

Managers will ensure their team adheres to all Site and Corporate safety and environmental procedures and policies. They will ensure that risk assessments are performed and that proper training, work instructions and PPE is provided.

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 talentacquisition@coherent.com .Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

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