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Coherent Corp.

Laser Systems Engineer

Glasgow
Posted 8 days ago
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JOB DESCRIPTION

This is a production role required for the assembly and production of our laser systems.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Assembly and test of production products, including optic/laser alignment, fault diagnosis; result monitoring and analysis.
  • Final optical assembly of advanced laser products.
  • Optical alignment and test of advanced laser products.
  • Laser set up using sophisticated optical techniques.
  • Laser calibration using electronic control.
  • Improve laser build documentation.

Education & Experience

  • Degree or equivalent in a laser science or related subject or equivalent knowledge gained through working in laser production environment.
  • Experience of aligning and testing opto-electronic/laser equipment.
  • Strong innovation, analytical, and diagnostic skills.
  • Knowledge and experience of quality control/process improvement methods.
  • Excellent communication skills, in particular verbal skills to keep team up to date with progress.
  • Ability to work as part of a team.
  • Able to work to deadlines.

Skills & Other Requirements

  • Demonstrated problem solving and work prioritisation skills.
  • Ability to keep up to date with technology and apply to business strategic plan.
  • Ability to achieve results independently or working with others.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with end-users, management, and staff.
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities involving internal customer requests and demands.
  • Ability to excel in a cross-organisational, cross cultural, global team environment.
  • Handle special assignments promptly and professionally.
  • Set a high standard of ethics, professionalism, and competency.

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WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditions typical of a climate controlled and professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers.

Safety Requirements

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

Quality & 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:

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About Us

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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Skills

Laser Alignment
Optic Assembly
Fault Diagnosis
Laser Calibration
Quality Control
Process Improvement
Analytical Skills
Diagnostic Skills
Problem Solving
Interpersonal Communication
Work Prioritisation
Technical Documentation

Location

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

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