EPI Equipment Engineering Technician - D Shift
Coherent · Sherman, TX
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 4+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Coherent (industrial) in Sherman, TX. A ccountability – Own the Process and the Outcome.
- They ask for
- 4+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- SPC, EHS / safety
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Texas: typical posted base $85k–$132k.
Median of the low and high ends of 44 live postings that list pay, out of 237 manufacturing engineer openings in Texas, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 236 other live manufacturing postings in Texas.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (4+ vs 5+)
Typical $85k–$132k, from 44 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Tooling 45%
- Root cause 43%
- Automation 35%
- Lean 35%
- New product launch 33%
- ✓ SPC 27%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for EHS / safety, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Coherent in Sherman
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Full description from CoherentAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Perform preventive maintenance on Zone 3 wafer processing tools as directed by management or equipment engineers.
- ◆Perform advanced level troubleshooting and repairs on Zone 3 wafer processing tools as directed by management, equipment engineers and or senior technicians.
- ◆Working with engineering, develops and implements projects for the betterment of the area such as projects that will lower costs, improve efficiency, improve safety, reduce waste, or prevent failures and scraps.
- ◆Assist engineers in data collection to resolve and prevent reoccurring equipment issues and/or scrap events.
- ◆Interface with OEM vendors and contractors on satisfactory completion of repairs, upgrades, or modification of processing equipment.
- ◆Participate in the interpretation of data to aid in CIP and the resolution and optimization of equipment issues.
- ◆Track, record and communicate progress of work being performed.
- ◆Be a member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT).
- ◆Participates in team meetings such as pass downs, continuous improvements, engineering reviews, or problem resolution
Education & Experience
- ✓Military Electronics certification or AS technical degree.
- ✓4+ years’ experience.
Requirements
- ✓Must be able to pass and maintain an ERT clearance through periodic training and physicals.
- ✓Must be able to work using a respirator, supplied air, or SCBA equipment.
- ✓Lift 50 pounds or push/pull up to 150 pounds.
- ✓Work a compressed shift (alternate between 3 and 4 consecutive 12 hour shifts weekly).
- ✓Stand for up to 10 hours a day
Safety
Requirements
- ✓All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow the site EHS procedures and Corporate EHS standards. This includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities.
- ✓Managers will ensure that all safety and environmental procedures are followed consistently. They will ensure that risk assessments are performed, proper training, work instructions, required PPE is available, and will monitor compliance.
- ✓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.:
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, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to
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NOTE: This is a D Shift role: W, Th, Fr, Alt Sat, 7PM-7AM
Skills
- •Standalone technician which is an expert on assigned tools; able to troubleshoot complex issues with little to no guidance.
- •Knowledge of basic computer skills and software programs such as:
- •Microsoft Word
- •Microsoft Excel
- •Microsoft Outlook
- •Microsoft PowerPoint
- •Knowledge of how to read electronic schematics, mechanical blueprints, pneumatic diagrams, vacuum diagrams, flow charts, cause effect diagrams, and hydraulic system prints.
- •Understanding of the MOCVD and Implant process.
- •Good understanding of SPC theory and implementation.
- •Fundamental understanding of RF systems, test equipment, and components.
- •Good understanding of vacuum theory, various vacuum pumps such as dry pumps, cryo pumps, turbo pumps, various types of vacuum sensors, pressure control devices, and MFCs.
- •Able to set up, operate, and interpret output of test equipment such as oscilloscopes, DMMs, RGAs, high voltage probes, pressure and temperature gauges, dial indicators, and RF meters.
- •Ability to learn and adhere to established company and departmental policies pertaining to day-to-day operations.
- •Understand and follow both written procedures and verbal instructions in the preventive maintenance of wafer fab equipment.
- •Individual must be self-motivated and be able to organize and manage their planned and unplanned activities in a timely and professional manner.
- •Able to turn an idea into a prototype by designing a part and have it fabricated at a machine shop.
- •Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment.
- •Must be able to communicate effectively utilizing all methods available to them.
- •Must be able to be a member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT).
Working Conditions
- •Must be able to work in a Class 100/1000 clean room.
- •Wear full clean room attire.
- •Work around chemicals such as gases, liquids, acids, solvents, or solids.
- •Work around hazardous and non-hazardous gases.
- •Must be able to pass and maintain an ERT clearance through periodic training and physicals.
- •Must be able to work using a respirator, supplied air, or SCBA equipment.
- •Lift 50 pounds or push/pull up to 150 pounds.
Physical