Job Description:

Due to ITAR compliance, this position requires candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident Alien, or Protected Individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)This role will supervise and co-ordinate operation, repair, and continuous improvement of electrical equipment (PLC, HMI, Power Distribution, etc.). Troubleshoot performance and reliability of vacuum furnaces, kilns, breakers & junctions, power distribution and transformation. Reduce equipment downtime and increase final yield. Identify opportunities to decrease operational costs. Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, R&D to support and refine continuous process improvement. Primary Duties & ResponsibilitiesMaintenance of electro-mechanical systems, such as VFDs, motors, harmonic filters, and blower stages, as well as on-board electronic control systems comprising CPUs, PLCs, HMIs, and various instrumentsAssist with electrical support for all systemsOversee operation and maintenance of all electrical systemsRecord and analyze equipment dataEnsure compliance with all safety standardsDirect and manage contractors in work assignments Coordinate repairs and upgrades of electrical systemsPrevent interruptions and subsequent impacts to OperationsUrgent response to system recovery or troubleshootingModification of existing electrical systems to meet new equipment needs and demandsWork in tandem with internal and external project stakeholdersMaintain working relationship with contractors and vendorsEvaluate equipmentmaterials to increase reliability and uptime utilizationMaintain regulatory requirements of federal, state, and local codesSupport lean manufacturing, safety, 6S and yield improvement initiativesEducation & ExperienceABET - accredited BS or higher Electrical Engineering degree Minimum 5 years' experience in Manufacturing, Chemicals, Refining, Oil & Gas, or Mining environmentIndustrial and facilities maintenance experience requiredSupervisory experience requiredSkillsExperience with high voltage switchgear operation and maintenanceExperience with typical rotating equipment, including three phase motorsControls Engineering and SCADA system experience Controller hardwarefirmware design Circuit Design and selectionTest Equipment DesignAccuracyLow voltage step-up circuitsHigh Voltage Resistance EquipmentTEC ControlsEfficiencyReliabilityPLC logic and programming experience a plusDemonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to the organizationDemonstrated ability to analyze thermoelectric-related problems Good interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills Willing to travel domestically up to 5%Working ConditionsOffice and ShopfloorPhysical RequirementsAbility to occasionally liftpushpull up to 40 lbs.Able to sit, stand, bend, squat and walk about the facilityStand for up to 10 hours at a timeWorking with high voltage electrical equipment and typical installation environmentsSafety RequirementsAll employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.Quality and Environmental ResponsibilitiesDepending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 andor other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.Culture CommitmentEnsure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:Integrity - Create an Environment of TrustCollaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of IdeasAccountability - Own the Process and the OutcomeRespect - Recognize the Value in EveryoneEnthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in Work Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunityaffirmative 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.Due to ITAR compliance, this position requires candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident Alien, or Protected Individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)