Equipment Engineer – Wet Engineer

• ◆Own and maintain wet process equipment including wet etch systems, solvent spray/lift-off tools, spray acid tools, spin rinse dryers, and CMP/polisher systems
• ◆Work with EHS and Safety teams to ensure safe operating measures, chemical handling protocols, and equipment safeguards are implemented and maintained.
• ◆Collaborate with Process Engineers to support new process development, tool characterization, and data-driven improvement initiatives.
• ◆Partner with Operations to understand production priorities, provide tool status updates in daily operations meetings, and develop recovery and maintenance plans.
• ◆Identify and implement process and equipment improvements that yield safer, higher-quality, and more efficient operations with improved uptime.
• ◆Develop and execute preventive maintenance programs to minimize unplanned downtime and improve tool reliability.
• ◆Lead and mentor technicians on complex tool troubleshooting, PM execution, and documentation practices.
• ◆Support capital projects and work closely with facilities and construction teams to plan and execute new tool installations, upgrades, and relocations.
• ◆Identify, procure, and maintain critical spares lists to support sustained uptime.
• ◆Build and maintain vendor relationships for technical support, spare parts, and capability enhancements.
• ◆Develop and maintain project schedules , ensuring work is completed on time and within scope.
• ◆Provide timely communication to management on tool performance, project progress, and any potential risks.
• ◆Participate in root cause analysis (5Y, 8D) and drive corrective and preventive actions to closure.
• ◆Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with site-wide manufacturing and quality objectives.
• ◆Travel domestically or internationally as required for tool installations, upgrades, or vendor training.
• ◆Carry company-issued communication devices to provide 24/7 factory support as needed.

• ✓Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electronics, or related field preferred.
• ✓Equivalent semiconductor experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

• ✓5+ of experience working on wet process or related semiconductor equipment.

• ✓Spin Rinse Dryers (SRDs) , Wet Benches , Solvent Spray/Lift-Off Systems , Spray Acid Tools , CMP Polishers , and related support systems.

• ✓Work primarily in a Class 100/1000 cleanroom environment ~ 80%.
• ✓Wear full cleanroom attire and comply with all safety and contamination control protocols.
• ✓Work with and/or around hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals and gases .
• ✓Stand for extended periods; lift up to 50 pounds or push/pull up to 150 pounds.
• ✓Ability to work flexible schedules to support a 24/7 manufacturing environment .

Safety

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

Quality and Environmental

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

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.:

I ntegrity – Create an Environment of Trust

C ollaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

A ccountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

R espect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

E nthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

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,