Principal Electrical Design Engineer

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Fremont, CA, USA
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Design and test optical engines and transceivers; lead product integration and validation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external suppliers for effective product development.
Summary Generated by Built In

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Drive Co-Packaged Optics and Optical Engine product design and testing activities from initial concept to production.
  • Develop Silicon Photonic (PIC) and electronics IC (including TIA, driver, and micro-controller) co-design to achieve DC functionalities and high-speed performance. 
  • Perform simulations for signal integrity and power integrity analysis, hands-on high speed signal validation and analysis verification including material, de-embedding, and component characterization.
  • Power delivery modeling, simulation, and characterization for die, package, board, and voltage regulators.
  • PCB stack-up review and layer assignment for High speed and PDN
  • Manage PIC and EIC interconnect schematic and monitor layout design process. 
  • Work with external and internal PIC and EIC suppliers to define product spec, integration design rules, testing protocol, and failure analysis methodologies.
  • Lead optical package development to establish package manufacturability and reliability.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams consisting of Silicon Photonics, IC design, substrate layout, and module design teams.

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree with 12 years of related experience in optical transceiver electrical design.
  • Or Master’s degree with 10 years; or a PhD with 7 years experience.

 

Skills & Other Requirements

  • Expertise optical transceiver electrical and hardware design.
  • Experience with signal integrity simulation and power integrity analysis  including crosstalk, return loss, jitter, EMI, and power supply noise.
  • Experience with high-speed signal validation and analysis verification including material, de-embedding, and component characterization.

Working Conditions

  • This position is on-site full time.
  • 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 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 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 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 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!
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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field
  • 12 years of related experience
  • Master's degree with 10 years experience
  • PhD with 7 years experience
  • Expertise in optical transceiver electrical design
  • Experience with signal integrity simulation

Coherent Corp. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Coherent Corp. and has not been reviewed or approved by Coherent Corp..

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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The Company
HQ: Saxonburg, PA
3,569 Employees

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.

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