Sr. TFE Technician

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Retrieving proper designs according to set schedule and programs into coating system operations controller
• Determine evaporation layer end points to high level of accuracy
• Operate coating equipment according to set parameter and establishing procedures
• Assist with designing and execution of TFE coatings for the development of new products and existing product improvements.
• Evaluate design requirements and prepare evaporation materials accordingly
• Evaluate evaporation components to assure proper operation requirements
• Research project requirements/specifications then designs relevant experiments/coatings with the direction of engineering/management.
• Document all relevant TFE coating development experiments from conception to the final results with all relevant information.
• By observation and deduction, extract the maximum amount of data from each experiment/project.
• Evaluate data from experimental coating runs to determine/ recommend scope further experimentation.
• Document final process as assigned.
• Operate characterization/test equipment and interpret results.
• Research related sales order requirements and specifications, design and fabricate tooling as required. Participate in the necessary tooling calibration/development runs.
• Maintain schedule for completion of sales orders to comply with Engineering/manufacturing plan and production schedule.
• Document all pertinent calibration/development runs from conception to final results with all relevant information.
• Observe and extract the maximum amount of data from each calibration/development run. Evaluates data from calibration/development runs to determine and recommend scope/direction of further experimentation.
• Document final process assigned.
• Complete assigned task as scheduled on or before due date.
• Operate all appropriate test and characterization equipment.
• Accept responsibility for the Quality of the TFE coating process as assigned.
• Have working knowledge of thin film design theory and software.
• Maintain and upgrade assigned lab and test equipment as needed.
• Evaluate and Research state of the art process equipment.
• Assist in the purchasing, installation, and proper functioning of research equipment.
• Design and Fabricate vacuum and electronics equipment/fixtures and optical tooling holders as assigned.
• Acclimate TFP technicians and other assigned personnel to properly use new/special equipment.
• Document procedures for production process transfer from TFE to TFP.
• Train production personnel in new process/coating methodologies.
• Provides technical assistance to manufacturing and manufacturing engineering on various process issues.
• Interact and support coating manufacturing and engineering as a resource for production and development issues.
• Interact with customers, as directed, with questions or information requests.
• Develop position of technical mentor to which other TFP operators aspire

 

Education & Experience

• High school diploma required; strong background in mathematics and/or science preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or Technical Associate Degree in Physical Science/Engineering preferred
• Experience level: Advanced (typically 8+ years), but we value demonstrated impact over tenure.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

 

Skills

• Ability to thrive in a high-speed, production-driven environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Proactive thinker with keen attention to detail.
• Collaborative mindset with effective interpersonal communication.
• Skilled at training others and presenting clear, structured information.
• Committed to quality assurance and process optimization

 

Working Conditions

• Exposure to acids, radioactive materials, and hazardous chemicals.
• Cleanroom environment – use of perfumes or cosmetics discouraged to prevent contamination.

 

Physical Requirements

• Standing or walking for extended periods (3+ hours).
• Must be clean-shaven and able to wear a half-face respirator.
• Capability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent bending, stooping, and use of step stools or platforms for chamber access.

 

Safety Requirements

• All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and COHERENT Corporate EHS standards.
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