Senior Assembly Process Engineer

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Excelitas is a global technology leader with more than 7,500 employees, focused on delivering market-driven solutions to fulfill the illumination, optical, detection and imaging needs of OEMs and end-users across the biomedical, semiconductor, industrial, consumer products, scientific, security, defense, and aerospace sectors.

ENGAGE with us today and make your contribution to the future! Join the team that leading technology companies turn to for cutting-edge photonic innovation. At Excelitas Technologies you are how we EXCEL.

Our facility in Singapore has key functions in research and development, procurement, sales and finance for our Lighting and Detection business lines, in addition to key functions related to our Optics Manufacturing capabilities.

This site produces optical lenses such as spherical, aspherical and plano optics, with large machine shop capabilities and expertise in optical coating and assembly. Our photonic products and solutions serve a wide range of markets and applications in the areas of medicine, life science, industrial manufacturing, defense, and aerospace, as well as research and development.

Main responsibilities:

• Mentor and develop a high-performing team to drive continuous improvement in assembly processes for semiconductor and life science applications.
• Apply expertise in precision mechanical parts and industry-specific standards for contamination control, typically used in semiconductor and precision optics manufacturing.
• Collaborate closely with project teams to meet technical objectives, budgets, and schedule targets.
• Oversee task planning, prioritize critical activities, and ensure smooth daily operations.
• Implement engineering controls and training programs to foster a zero-incident safety culture, including conducting laser safety risk assessments and audits.
• Monitor and ensure timely closure of RFQs by tracking and reporting Turnaround Time (TAT).
• Lead and ensure the successful execution of FAT (Factory Acceptance Test), FLP (First Lot Production), and FAI (First Article Inspection) in compliance with customer requirements.
• Lead customer communications during escalations and provide regular progress updates to management.
• Ensure operational readiness and smooth project handover to production.
• Apply Design for Manufacture (DFM) principles to enhance quality, yield, and manufacturability at every stage.
• Drive testing strategies, process development, and design reviews for new products.
• Prepare and document production transfer processes, including risk assessments and tooling development.
• Implement process controls, support technician training, and resolve technical issues using SPC, 8D, FMEA, and DOE methodologies.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to improve yield, enhance efficiency, and reduce waste.
• Participate in local sourcing and supplier qualification programs.

Requirements:

• Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Optical, Materials, Mechanical, or Precision Engineering, or in Physics/Chemistry.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a technical, engineering, or manufacturing environment, ideally within optical, laser, or cleanroom manufacturing.
• Proven leadership experience in mechanical, optical, laser, or fiber product development or manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated success in executing process improvement projects using DOE, 8D, and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Hands-on experience in Design for Manufacture (DFM), New Product Introduction (NPI), and process development.
• Experience in commissioning test and measurement systems for laser or fiber assembly products.
• Familiar with implementing and maintaining process control and quality assurance systems.
• Strong practical knowledge of root cause analysis, 8D problem-solving, and conducting Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Experience collaborating with customers and leading escalations or technical discussions.
• Experience working in ISO9001, ISO14001, and AS9100 environments.
• Knowledge of Residual Gas Analysis (RGA) process controls will be an advantage.

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