Top 108 Entry level materials engineer Jobs in San Jose Ca

Optical Manufacturing Engineer
Coherent Corp. —Santa Clara, CA
- $91,625 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
Engineering Technician / Electro-Mechanical Technician Entry Level - Santa Clara, CA
Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company —Santa Clara, CA
- $21.70 - $31.00 an hour
- Contract
- Fair chance
- Associate's degree
- Communication skills
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Manufacturing Engineer / Principal Manufacturing Engineer
Northrop Grumman —Sunnyvale, CA
- $83,400 - $155,400 a year
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Travel
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Entry-level Mechanical Designer
Salas O'Brien, Inc. —San Jose, CA
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Office
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Photolithography Process Engineer
Western Digital —San Jose, CA
- $102,500 - $136,600 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Research
- SQL
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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R&D Laboratory Technician
Siemens —Livermore, CA
- $54,835 - $94,003 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Microsoft Office
- Assembly
Mechanical Engineer (Early in Career)
Applied Materials —Santa Clara, CA
- $100,000 - $136,500 a year
- Full-time
- Schematics
- Math
- Travel
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Transportation Design Engineer I
Mark Thomas & Co. —San Jose, CA
- $32.50 - $48.08 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Bachelor of Science
- Microsoft Office
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
Materials Engineer, Cell Electrode
Tesla —Fremont, CA
- $91,600 - $164,400 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- In-person
- 1 year
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
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Entry-Level Engineer
The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company —Pleasanton, CA
- $74,000 - $94,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Construction site
- Bachelor of Science
- Profit sharing
Process Engineer (Level 1)
Quanta Manufacturing Nashville —Fremont, CA
- $75,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Computer skills
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New College Grad - Design Engineer, Circuit Design
Micron —San Jose, CA
- $83,000 - $170,000 a year
- Full-time
- System design
- Analysis skills
- In-person
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
Systems Verification Engineer I
Cytek Biosciences Inc —Fremont, CA
- $106,000 - $132,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Engineering
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
1d
Mechanical Engineer
Rhoda AI —Mountain View, CA
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Entry level
- Under 1 year
Field Engineer
Vueron Technology —San Jose, CA
- $70,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- English
- Relocation assistance
- Flexible schedule
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Associate Rotorcraft Safety Research Engineer
ATAC —Santa Clara, CA
- $59,000 - $64,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Bachelor of Science
Plating Manufacturing Engineer
HEADWAY TECHNOLOGIES INC —Milpitas, CA
- $120,819 - $177,675 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Office
Hardware Test Engineer, Platforms Infrastructure
Google —Sunnyvale, CA
- $108,000 - $153,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Assembly
- Bachelor's degree
Staff Geotechnical Engineer
Geo-Logic Associates —San Jose, CA
- $28.85 - $33.00 an hour
- Online Application
- Bachelor of Science
- Pass drug screening
- Office
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
Design Engineer
Sandis —Campbell, CA
- $35 - $47 an hour
- Full-time
- Office
- Residential
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid jury duty
- Paid holidays
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Optical Manufacturing Engineer

Coherent Corp. -
Santa Clara, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$91,625 - $150,000 a year

Qualifications

English
Manufacturing facility experience
Team training
Mentoring
Manufacturing company experience
Teaching
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Execute and maintain manufacturing processes in accordance with established SOPs to ensure consistent testing, integration, and shipment of OCS systems.
Support daily production activities, including station setup, calibration, functional testing, and process verification.
Review and interpret product specifications and technical documentation for fiber optic modules and related assemblies.
Identify process deviations, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions to maintain yield, quality, and throughput.
Analyze test data to assess product performance, identify trends, and escalate abnormalities when necessary.
Document test procedures, station setups, and results with a high level of accuracy and clarity.
Generate detailed test and production reports to support engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and operations teams to improve manufacturing efficiency and robustness.
Train and mentor operators on manufacturing processes, testing procedures, and best practices as needed.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Optics, Physics, Engineering, or a related technical field.
Minimum of 1 year of experience in a high-volume manufacturing or production environment.
Experience in fiber optics, photonics, or optical module manufacturing is preferred.

Skills & Other Requirements

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve manufacturing issues efficiently.
Experience working with optical test instruments and related communication interfaces.
Ability to independently manage priorities and execute tasks in a fast-paced production environment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and process discipline.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Ability to teach, guide, and support team members within the work group.

Working Conditions

100% onsite role.
May require work in a Class 10,000 cleanroom environment, including wearing appropriate cleanroom attire (smock, mask, gloves).

Physical Requirements

Able to move light equipment and tooling (<25lbs) as needed when setting up manufacturing stations.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to attend scheduled trainings, follow site EHS procedures and Corporate EHS standards. This includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities.

Managers will ensure that all safety and environmental procedures are followed consistently. They will ensure that risk assessments are performed, proper training, work instructions, required PPE is available, and will monitor compliance.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

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/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.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].

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ABOUT 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.

JOB INFO

Job Identification

2011540

Posting Date

03/27/2026, 12:26 PM

Degree Level

Bachelor's Degree

Job Schedule

Full time

Locations

1020 Stewart Drive, Sunnyvale, CA, 94085, US

(On-site)

Pay Scale

$91,625 - $150,000 per year

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