IE Staff Engineer

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end capacity ramp-up planning, including capacity modeling, headcount calculation, HPU, cycle-time analysis, equipment requirements, and scenario simulations.

• Lead and maintain factory layout, space optimization, equipment allocation, and infrastructure readiness across Penang sites.

• Develop short- and long-term capacity plans based on demand, utilization, product transitions, and operational constraints.

• Coordinate equipment and tester readiness, movement, installation, and production ramp-up activities.

• Develop and maintain standard capacity models, headcount reports, cycle-time databases, HPU reports, and automated reporting tools.

• Work closely with Production, Engineering, Planning, Facilities, Equipment, HR, Finance, IT, and Program Management to achieve ramp-up targets.

• Identify capacity, manpower, equipment, space, and infrastructure gaps and establish mitigation plans.

• Provide data-driven capacity scenarios and recommendations to senior management for decision-making and cost optimization.

• Drive continuous improvement in productivity, equipment utilization, manpower efficiency, and floor-space utilization.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.

• At least 6 years of relevant experience in Industrial Engineering, capacity planning, manufacturing operations, factory layout, headcount planning, or production ramp-up.

Skills

• Strong leadership and cross-functional project management skills.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for capacity modeling, data analysis, scenario simulation, and reporting automation.

• Proficient in AutoCAD for factory layout, equipment arrangement, and space planning.

• Strong knowledge of capacity planning, headcount modeling, HPU, time study, cycle time, and equipment utilization.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills.

• Ability to translate complex operational data into clear and actionable recommendations for management.

• Ability to work effectively with other members of Coherent Corp. and cross-functional stakeholders.

Working Conditions

• This role is 100% onsite at the Penang manufacturing site.

• Regular coordination and movement between Penang production sites and manufacturing areas may be required.

• Flexibility to support critical ramp-up, equipment movement, and production readiness activities when required.

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 and 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.

Responsibilities

• Design and continuously improve factory layouts using AutoCAD to optimize material flow and space utilization.

• Perform capacity calculations and develop ramp-up forecasts aligned with market demand and product roadmaps.

• Create and maintain headcount planning models that support projected production volumes and shift schedules.

• Develop scenario-based simulations (e.g., best-case, worst-case, and growth) for senior-management decision making.

• Collaborate with R&D, production, supply chain, and finance teams to validate assumptions and ensure plan accuracy.

• Assist technicians in evaluating layout alternatives and making data-driven decisions on equipment placement.

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as OEE, throughput, and labor efficiency, recommending corrective actions as needed.

• Lead continuous-improvement projects applying Lean, Six Sigma, or other proven methodologies.

• Prepare concise reports and visual presentations for executive review and strategic meetings.

• Mentor junior engineers and provide training on IE tools, AutoCAD standards, and advanced Excel techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 7 years of industrial engineering experience, with proven focus on capacity planning and layout design.

• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD for creating and modifying plant layouts.

• Expert-level Excel skills, including pivot tables, macros, VBA, and complex formula development.

• Demonstrated ability to build and present scenario simulations for senior leadership.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-visualization capabilities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.

• Hands-on experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous-improvement frameworks.

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes in the optical, photonics, or semiconductor industry is a plus.

• Proven track record of leading teams and influencing decisions without direct authority.

Coherent Malaysia (formerly known as II-VI Incorporated) began operations in 2001 through the incorporation of Finisar Malaysia with 300 headcounts, now employs over 3000 employees. Ipoh's assembly and test site for optical components, transceivers, and wavelength management equipment, remains committed to the expansion of Coherent Corporation, accelerated by the growth of next generation products to meet the increasing demands for network bandwidth and data storage.

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!

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!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.