R&D Senior Engineer at Coherent Corp. in Fremont, California

Job Description:

Lead device characterization of high-power lasers, high-power optical amplifiers, high-speed photodiodes, and high-speed lasers

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

The primary responsibility is to support the development of high-power lasers, high-power optical amplifiers, high-speed photodiodes, and high-speed lasers, with a focus on device characterization. You own not just characterization but also complete characteristics of lasers and photodiodes and may supervise engineering technicians.

Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to formulate and execute test characterization plan and generate a report with minimal supervision.
• Ability to be extremely hands-on and can build test stations independently.
• Process a strong ability to read and write codes for test automation.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented & strong problem-solving capabilities and analytical skills.
• Process the ability to follow through on tasks/projects.
• Good written and oral communication skill in English
• Driven and focused to contribute to society through excellence in engineering.

• You have a bachelor's degree or equivalent education and at least 5 years of relevant experience.
• You have experience in die attaching and wire bonding of semiconductor lasers, optical amplifiers, and photodiodes using manual and automated tools.
• You have experience in optoelectronics device characterization, including optical power, optical spectrum, beam divergence, relative intensity noise, linewidth, small signal response (S11, S12, S21, S22), large signal response (eye diagram), bit error rate, thermal impedance, back reflection sensitivity, internal loss, dark current, responsivity, optical return loss (reflectometry), optical gain, noise figure, carrier leakage, MQW carrier overflow, mechanical stress distribution, facet temperature, temperature distribution along cavity, carrier diffusion into passive section, etc.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow the 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 & 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.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!

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