Optical Test Engineer

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Test Development

• Design and develop test code using LabVIEW and other programming languages to operate test and measurement equipment and collect data
• Generate executable releases for use by fabrication and test teams
• Develop new features for existing and future products
• Ensure test code documentation is accurate and up to date
• Develop user guides where applicable

Test Execution

• Operate optical test equipment to collect test data from chips and wafers
• Analyze test data using stand-alone code, Excel, or other tools/utilities
• Handling of optical components and sub-systems/modules following best practices

Skills & Experience

• 2+ years of experience in test engineering or similar role 
• Practical experience working on projects with significant amount of self-guidance, following best practices for revision control, organization and quality
• Experience with LabVIEW, Visual C#/Visual Basic or other test development platforms is desired
• Familiarity with laser operations and optical test setup
• Able to work and deliver following an aggressive schedule

Other requirements

• May require occasional overtime and flexibility in work hours to accommodate the company’s needs
• Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative tasks

Education

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or conducting meetings.
• Use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documents.
• Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative tasks.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Mobility within the office 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.

About UsCoherent 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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