R&D Engineer

Job Description:

• Create and convert documentation.
  
  
• Travel regularly to Batam and work directly on the production line to implement lighting NPIs and support ongoing manufacturing activities.
  
  
• Drive the development and design of plasma lighting products (e.g., Cermax, photonics flash) in collaboration with the Pleasanton team, while coordinating with the Batam Manufacturing team to ensure successful mass production.
  
  
• Provide technical leadership to manage product and process timelines, ensuring critical paths are met to achieve objectives and targets.
  
  
• Determine and develop manufacturing processes by analyzing requirements, researching solutions, and designing/adapting methods and equipment.
  
  
• Conduct developmental research and competitor analysis to support future technical roadmaps, conceptual designs, and research initiatives.
  
  
• Lead and manage customer sample requests.
  
  
• Collaborate with the Batam team to ensure product and process quality (e.g., yield) by designing reliable methods, process capabilities, and standardized documentation (WI, FMEA, PCP).
  
  
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through Six Sigma and Lean activities.
  
  
• Ensure effective communication and information flow with Pleasanton management.
  
  

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related discipline (or equivalent).
  
  
• At least 4 to 5 years of relevant experience in a related industry or role preferred.
  
  
• Knowledge of hermetic sealing, high-temperature processes, optics and light measurement, thermal modeling, and controlled atmosphere brazing is preferred.
  
  
• Willingness to travel to Batam on a weekly basis to oversee production activities and support successful NPI projects.