You will be part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team working on optical transceiver hardware/electrical from conception to manufacturing. Lead the transceiver link simulation. Work closely with firmware engineer, optical engineer, mechanical and process engineer to come up a product per customer requirements.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Participate standard and MSA meeting and present for the company
- Lead the link simulation for optical transceiver.
- Conduct electrical and optical measurements of optical transceiver. Create optical transceiver specification compliance reports.
- Create the firmware requirement document.
- Conduct RF simulation of the high-speed signal communication link.
Education & Experience
- B.S. EE degree with 7-year experience or M.S. EE degree with 5-year experience required
- (M.S. preferred, Ph.D. a plus)
Skills
- Strong fiber and digital communication and DSP system theory and simulation
- Strong analog circuit design skills required
- Strong background of circuit theory, linear system theory, feedback, ICs, and high-speed RF fundamentals required
- Strong laboratory measurement skills required
- Strong communication and presentation skill required
- Experience with electronics CAD tools and electronic system modelling
- Expertise in RF design using modeling tools such as CST or HFSS a plus
- Strong background of optical transceiver design is a plus
Working Conditions
- This position is onsite
- May require occasional off-site meetings or travel
- Regular use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary
- Interaction with team members and external contacts is a regular part of the job
- May require occasional overtime and flexibility in work hours to accommodate the executive’s needs
Physical Requirements
- Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or conducting meetings.
- Use of hands and fingers for operating computers and lab equipment.
- Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative or lab tasks.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Mobility within the office/lab environment to attend meetings or interact with colleagues.
Safety Requirements
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
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.
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State."
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Skills Required
- B.S. EE with 7 years experience or M.S. EE with 5 years experience
- Strong fiber and digital communication knowledge
- Strong analog circuit design skills
- Strong laboratory measurement skills
- Communication and presentation skills
Coherent Corp. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare Strength: Health coverage includes multiple national and region-specific options (UHC HDHP/HSA, PPO, EPO; Kaiser in CA; Health Net in OR) plus separate dental (Delta Dental) and vision (VSP), indicating strong breadth and choice. This breadth supports a solid total package in certain roles and locations.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity Value & Accessibility: An Employee Stock Purchase Plan allows buying shares at 85% of market price with contributions up to 10% of pay, expanding ownership access. This feature can materially bolster total rewards even when base pay is mid‑pack.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave & Time Off Breadth: Paid time off includes 15 vacation days for new hires, 10 paid holidays, and additional paid time during a December shutdown. This structure provides a clear and competitive baseline for time away from work.
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What We Do
Coherent empowers market innovators to define the future through breakthrough technologies, from materials to systems. We deliver innovations that resonate with our customers in diversified applications for the industrial, communications, electronics, and instrumentation markets. Headquartered in Saxonburg, Pennsylvania, Coherent has research and development, manufacturing, sales, service, and distribution facilities worldwide. For more information, please visit us at coherent.com.
