Assembly Engineer

Job Description:

· Develop, validate, and optimize processes for fiber optic termination and polishing to achieve high-quality, high-yield, and manufacturable production.

· Design and implement ultra-clean assembly workflows in a controlled semiconductor cleanroom environment.

· Lead transfer and development of new manufacturing processes for mass production of optical fiber assemblies and precision products.

· Define and implement cleanliness and process specifications to ensure stable and compliant production conditions.

· Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, efficiency, quality, and cost performance.

· Support Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and New Product Introduction(NPI) activities to ensure smooth product launch and scale-up.

· Collaborate closely with project teams to ensure timely execution of technical projects, meeting cost, quality, and delivery targets.

· Lead process validation, risk assessments (FMEA), and tooling development for new production lines.

· Implement process controls and problem-solving methodologies (SPC, 8D,DOE) to resolve technical issues and improve yield.

· Drive customer communication during technical escalations and provide timely progress updates to stakeholders.

· Ensure safety compliance, including laser safety assessments, and promote a strong safety culture in the workplace.

· Support training and development of technicians and production teams to build strong operational capability.

· Participate in supplier/source qualification and ensure readiness for production transfer and handover.

Job Requirements:

· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Optical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical/Precision Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry.

· At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment, preferably in optical, laser, semiconductor, or cleanroom industries.

· Strong hands-on experience in process development, NPI, and manufacturing scale-up.

· Proven ability in process improvement using Lean Six Sigma tools (DOE,8D, FMEA, SPC).

· Experience working in cleanroom or high-precision manufacturing environments is highly preferred.

· Knowledge of optical fiber assembly, laser systems, or precision contamination control is an advantage.

· Experience working with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, or AS9100 quality systems.

· Strong problem-solving skills and ability to perform root cause analysis and implement effective solutions.

· Exposure to customer-facing technical discussions or escalation handling.

· Familiar with AutoCAD or SolidWorks is an advantage.

· Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) is a plus.

· Strong communication, teamwork, and stakeholder management skills.

· Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for operational excellence.