Senior Assembly Engineer

Senior Assembly Engineer (Lead Process Development Engineer)

Overview

This job description outlines a leadership role responsible for guiding a technical team to develop repeatable production processes and enable operations to deliver products that meet the organization's Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) targets.

Duties & responsibilities

• Mentor and develop the team for high performance and continuous improvement in laser/fiber assembly processes.
• Plan and manage projects to meet budget and schedule objectives.
• Oversee task planning, prioritize critical activities, and ensure smooth daily operations.
• Implement engineering controls and conduct training to promote a zero-incident safety culture, including laser safety risk assessments and audits.
• Take ownership of the product lifecycle, including RFQ management in collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to meet customer requirements.
• Ensure timely closure of RFQs by tracking and reporting Turnaround Time (TAT).
• Lead and ensure successful execution of FAT (Factory Acceptance Test), FLP (First Lot Production), and FAI (First Article Inspection) to meet all customer requirements.
• Manage customer communications during escalations and report progress to management.
• Ensure operational readiness and smooth project handover to manufacturing.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering to ensure manufacturable, high-quality product designs.
• Champion Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles to maximize quality and yield at every stage.
• Lead testing strategy, process development, and design reviews for new products.
• Prepare and document processes for production transfer, 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 enhance yield, improve efficiency, and reduce waste.

Job Requirements:

• Master's degree in Optical, Materials, Mechanical, or Precision Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry; or a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
• Proven leadership experience in optical, laser, or fiber product development or manufacturing within a cleanroom environment.
• Well-versed in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and optics design software (Zemax/others).
• Knowledgeable in ERP systems (SAP).
• Knowledge in Six Sigma and lean principles.
• Familiar with National Environment Agency (NEA) laser safety requirements.
• Hands-on experience in Design for Manufacturability (DFM), new product introduction (NPI), and process development.
• Experience in commissioning test and measurement systems.
• Familiarity with implementing and maintaining process controls and quality assurance systems.
• Practical knowledge of root cause analysis, 8D problem-solving, and conducting Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Experience in customer interfacing and leading escalations or technical discussions.
• Experience working within ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and AS9100 environments.
• Knowledge of part number generation processes and change control procedures.
• Strong understanding of cleanroom protocols, contamination control, and compliance with strict cleanliness and safety standards.
• Experience implementing safety programs, including conducting risk assessments, safety audits, and delivering safety training, particularly in laser safety.

Interested candidates who wish to apply for the advertised position, please click on "Apply". We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

EA License No.: 01C4394 (PERSOL SINGAPORE Pte Ltd)

By sending us your personal data and curriculum vitae (CV), you are deemed to consent to PERSOLKELLY Singapore Pte Ltd and its affiliates to collect, use and disclose your personal data for the purposes set out in the Privacy Policy available at You acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree with the Privacy Policy