NPI Engineering Director, Advanced Optics Business Unit - Coherent Corp.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Basic Function of the Job

Project and Process Design: The NPI Director is responsible for overseeing the design and development of new projects and products in A. O. BU Vietnam, as well as the establishment of new technology platforms in VN. This involves conceptualizing, planning, and executing the initial stages of product development.

Team Building and Management: The role includes building and managing the VN NPI team, ensuring that the team is equipped with the necessary skills and resources. It also involves fostering an environment for continuous growth and professional development of team members.

Engineering and Technical Support: The NPI Director provides support to various departments such as production, quality, and sales. This involves offering engineering solutions, technical advice, and guidance to ensure smooth operations and problem-solving across these departments.

Customer Support: Ensuring that customers receive timely and professional technical support is a key function. This may include addressing technical inquiries, providing solutions, and ensuring customer satisfaction with the product and service.

Innovation and Improvement: The NPI Director is tasked with driving continuous innovation and improvement within the production process. This includes identifying areas for enhancement, implementing cost reduction strategies, and optimizing processes to increase efficiency and competitiveness.

Organizational Relationships Reports to: A.O. BU, R&D Direct Reports: VP, R&D, A.O. BU Indirect Reports (through Direct Reports):

VP,RD&PLM, A.O. BU
Dotted Line (Matrix) Reports: NA Primary Location: United States, business trip to VN and CN
Education & Experience

Educational Level: Candidates should possess a Master's degree or higher in the field. A PhD is preferred, indicating a preference for individuals with advanced academic qualifications.

Field of Study: The ideal candidate's major should be in one of the following areas:

• Physics
• Optical Engineering
• Laser Technology
• Materials Science
• Semiconductor Technology
• Or any other specialties related to opto-electronics

This suggests that a strong foundation in scientific and technical disciplines, particularly those that intersect with optics and electronics, is essential for the role.

Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in English, both in writing and speaking. This requirement underscores the need for effective communication skills, especially in a global or multi-cultural work environment, and the ability to produce high-quality written documentation in English. Candidates who can also speak Vietnamese and Chinese will be preferred.

Years of Experience: Candidates should have a minimum of 10 years of professional experience in the field of computer-aided design (CAD), simulation, and product development. This experience should be specifically within the domains of optics, optical communication, laser technology, semiconductor technology, or other areas related to opto-electronics.

Technical Team Management: Experience in managing technical teams is required. This involves overseeing the work of engineers and other technical staff, ensuring team goals are met, and fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

Project Management: Candidates should have a background in project management, which includes planning, executing, and closing projects. This requires skills in organizing resources, setting timelines, and ensuring projects are completed on time and within scope.

Process Improvement and Problem Solving: Experience in identifying areas for process improvement and implementing solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness is necessary. Additionally, candidates should have a demonstrated ability to solve complex problems that arise during the development and production processes.

Continuous Improvement Track Record: A proven history of driving continuous improvement initiatives is essential. This indicates a commitment to excellence and a proactive approach to enhancing processes, products, and overall performance.

Skills
Special Skills:

Proficiency with Modeling Software: Candidates should be familiar with industry-standard modeling software such as Zemax, Ansys, and MATLAB. These tools are commonly used for optical design, simulation, and data analysis in various technical fields.

Graphics Software Proficiency: Experience with graphics software like CAD (Computer-Aided Design), CAXA, and Solidworks is required. These programs are essential for creating detailed designs and models in a three-dimensional space.

Experimental and Laboratory Skills: Candidates must be proficient in conducting experiments and working in a laboratory setting. This includes skills such as data collection and analysis, which are crucial for scientific research and product development.

Technical Documentation and Presentation: Strong skills in writing technical documents and delivering presentations are necessary. This involves the ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and effectively to various audiences.

Customer-Oriented Mindset: A strong customer service orientation is required, which means being responsive to customer needs and ensuring that customer satisfaction is a priority.

Planning and Organizational Skills: Good planning and organizational abilities are essential for managing projects and tasks efficiently, ensuring that all activities are well-coordinated, and deadlines are met.

Problem-Solving and Innovation: The ability to analyze complex problems comprehensively and come up with innovative solutions is crucial. This includes a strong sense of teamwork, as collaboration is often necessary to address challenges effectively.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Effective communication, both written and verbal, is vital. Candidates should be able to interact well with team members, stakeholders, and customers, building strong professional relationships.

Competencies:

Adaptability: Candidates should be able to adapt to changing circumstances, new technologies, and evolving work environments. This includes being flexible and open to learning and implementing new methods and ideas.

Customer Focus and Innovation: A strong customer focus is essential, with an emphasis on innovation. Candidates should be driven to understand customer needs and develop creative solutions to meet those needs while pushing the boundaries of existing technologies and processes.

Planning and Organizing: Effective planning and organizing skills are required to manage resources, set priorities, and coordinate tasks to achieve project goals and objectives.

Problem Solving and Decision Making: Candidates must possess strong problem-solving abilities and sound decision-making skills, capable of analyzing situations, identifying issues, and making informed decisions that drive continuous improvement.

Continuous Improvement: A commitment to ongoing improvement is necessary, with a focus on enhancing processes, products, and services to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Professional and Technical Knowledge and Skills: Candidates should have a deep understanding of their field and the technical skills required to excel in their role. This includes staying current with industry trends and advancements.

Reliable and Dependable: The ability to be counted on to meet deadlines and deliver on commitments is crucial. Candidates should have a track record of reliability and dependability.

Result Oriented: A results-oriented approach is important, with a focus on achieving measurable outcomes and contributing to the overall success of the organization.

Teamwork and Positive Relationship Building: Candidates should excel in teamwork and be able to foster positive relationships with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders. This includes collaborating effectively and contributing to a positive work culture.

Work Standards, Quality, and Attention to Detail: A high standard of work is expected, with a commitment to quality and an attention to detail in all aspects of the job. This includes ensuring accuracy, thoroughness, and excellence in work output.

Job Element Wt % Specific Duty 1) NPI Project Design, Development and Management 25%
A) Project Leadership and Market Analysis: Lead or organize project teams, conduct technical analysis of market and customer demands, and complete feasibility studies to determine the viability of new projects or products.

B) Technical Decision-Making: Lead the technology decision-making process, ensuring that sufficient technical specifications are provided to guide the design and development of new products.

C) Product Development Oversight: Be in charge of the entire product development process, including design, fabrication, and testing, to ensure that products meet the required specifications and performance standards.

D) Supply Chain Development: Lead or participate in the development of supply chains for new projects, establishing quality standards and test methods for raw materials to ensure consistency and reliability in the production process.

E) Data and Cost Analysis: Oversee data classification and analysis, as well as cost analysis during the project development process, to make informed decisions and optimize resource allocation.

F) Quality and Technical Problem Resolution: Address quality and technical issues that arise during product development, providing comprehensive and professional analysis reports to inform corrective actions and improvements.

G) Intellectual Property Management: Apply for patents as required, protecting the company's innovations and ensuring legal protection for new technologies and designs.

2) NPI and Support for Volume Production 15%
A) Pilot Production Line Establishment: Lead or participate in setting up the pilot production line for new products. This involves overseeing the initial stages of production, ensuring that the line is correctly configured to produce the new products efficiently and safely.

B) R&D Deliverables Preparation: Prepare the necessary deliverables for new products in accordance with the R&D (Research and Development) process requirements. This may include documentation, prototypes, testing results, and other materials that are essential for the development and launch of new products.

C) Training for Production Personnel: Train process engineers, technicians, or operators who will be involved in volume production. This duty involves transferring the knowledge and skills necessary for the team to operate the production line effectively once the new products move from the pilot phase to full-scale production.

D) Pilot Line Control and Volume Production Support: Ensure that the pilot line for new products is under control and ready to support volume production. This includes monitoring the performance of the pilot line, addressing any issues that arise, and adjusting as needed to facilitate a smooth transition to mass production.

E) Special RMA and Technical Problem Support: Provide support in dealing with special RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) issues and technical problems that may occur during volume production. This duty involves troubleshooting, identifying root causes, and implementing solutions to ensure production quality and efficiency.

3) Project Schedule Management 15%
A) Customer Communication: Provide accurate and timely feedback to customers. This involves maintaining open lines of communication, ensuring that customers are informed about the status of their projects or any changes that may affect them.

B) Project Design and Development Familiarity: Be familiar with the processes involved in project design and development. Participate actively in the formulation of plans for projects or sub-projects, contributing to the strategic planning and decision-making processes.

C) Work Deployment and Timely Completion: Deploy work according to established plans, ensuring that projects are completed on time. This includes managing resources, schedules, and team efforts to meet deadlines. Regularly report on progress to stakeholders, keeping them informed of the project's status.

D) Quality Control Planning: Oversee documenting key points and completing the plan for processing quality control before mass production or importation of a new project. This involves establishing protocols and procedures to ensure that quality standards are met and maintained throughout the production process.

E) Plan Adjustment Application: Apply for changes to the project plan if it becomes evident that the original plan cannot be completed on time due to objective reasons. This duty requires identifying issues that may cause delays, proposing alternative solutions, and communicating these changes to the relevant stakeholders in a timely manner.

4) Continuous Improvement 15%
A) Post-Transfer Technical and Quality Support: Assist in resolving technical and quality issues that arise during the production process after the transfer of technology or production techniques. This involves troubleshooting, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective actions to ensure product quality and process efficiency.

B) Market and Technology Monitoring: Stay abreast of market dynamics, technological advancements, evolving customer needs, and cost requirements. Continuously improve existing processes and products based on these insights to maintain competitiveness and meet market demands.

C) Interdepartmental Technical Support: Provide technical support and services in collaboration with various departments, including sales, quality assurance, procurement, production, and planning. This duty involves working closely with these departments to address technical challenges, offer solutions, and ensure smooth operations across the organization.
5) Supervision, Management and Leadership 15%
A) Team Performance Management: Ensure the team is appropriately staffed, motivated, inspired, and engaged. Empower the team to deliver high-level, sustainable performance in a dynamic environment while maintaining cost levels that are both organizationally sustainable and reflective of market realities.

B) Talent Acquisition and Placement: Ensure the right people are placed in the right jobs by consistently applying proper interview and selection techniques throughout the team-building process. This involves identifying the best candidates and matching them to roles that suit their skills and the team's needs.

C) Learning and Development: Foster a learning environment and ensure the team receives the necessary training and development to consistently meet both short-term and long-term expectations. This includes ongoing professional development and skill enhancement.

D) Communication and Information Flow: Ensure there is a free flow of two-way information to enable the team to work effectively. Maintain active and open communication channels to facilitate collaboration, transparency, and timely decision-making.

E) Health, Safety, and Environment (EH&S): Ensure an accident-free environment by adhering to all Environmental Health and Safety policies and procedures. Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly workspace, and promote a culture where all accidents are considered preventable.

F) New Engineer Training: Train new engineers in development knowledge and skills. This involves imparting the necessary technical and professional expertise to help new team members become effective contributors to the team.
6)Human Resources/ Administration 15%
A) Information Systems and Reporting: Ensure that all department information systems, records, reports, and metrics are accurate and generated on time. This involves overseeing the data collection, management, and reporting processes to maintain reliability and timeliness.

B) Safety and Environmental Compliance: Adhere to company policy regarding all safety, environmental, and ergonomic requirements. This includes ensuring that all team members are aware of and follow these policies to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

C) Technology and Compliance Management: Understand and properly follow the company's Technology Control Plan, Intellectual Property (IP) protection, and Export Compliance requirements. This involves staying informed about relevant regulations and ensuring that all activities are conducted in compliance with these standards.

D) Procedure Execution: Understand and properly execute relevant procedures within the department. This requires knowledge of the company's processes and protocols and ensuring they are followed correctly to maintain operational efficiency and consistency.

E) Quality Work Environment: Be responsible for maintaining a quality-oriented work environment. This involves fostering a culture that values quality in all aspects of work and ensuring that quality standards are met.

F) Role Model Behavior: Serve as a role model for Quality, Customer Satisfaction, Employee Satisfaction, and Business Results. This includes demonstrating behaviors and attitudes that align with the company's values and goals in these areas.

G) Ethics and Professionalism: Establish and maintain a high standard of ethics, professionalism, leadership, competency, and quality. This involves setting an example for others to follow and promoting a work culture that upholds these standards.

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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