Senior Test Engineer

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Santa Clara, CA, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Design, implement, and execute test schemes for fiber optic modules; perform calibration, functional testing and validation; analyze test data, document procedures and results, and produce test reports to support engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
Summary Generated by Built In

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Review and interpret product specifications and technical documentation for fiber optic modules.
  • Design, develop, and implement comprehensive test schemes for new and existing products.
  • Perform calibration, functional testing, and validation of fiber optic modules and subsystems.
  • Analyze test data to assess product performance, identify trends, and flag deviations.
  • Document testing procedures, setups, and results with a high level of accuracy and clarity.
  • Generate thorough test reports to support engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams.

Education & Experience

  • BS, MS or PhD in optics, physics, engineering or related technical fields.
  • Related industrial experience will be a plus. 

Skills & Other Requirements

  • Having experience with related test instruments and communication interfaces.
  • Ability to use some programming languages (Python, Visual Basic, LabView, etc.)
  • Ability to work with little supervision and to manage assigned tasks and projects effectively. 
  • Ability to read, learn and analyze complex test methods, search for solutions in the public domain as well as create/develop innovative solutions.
  • Ability to leverage knowledge and experience and apply them to solve problems resourcefully.
  • Effectively manages multiple priorities and projects.
  • Ability to teach and train others within work group.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills.

Working Conditions

Good office working conditions.  Sometime, may need to work in a Class 10,000 clean-room environment, wearing smock with mask and 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 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.


 

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

 

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

  • BS, MS or PhD in optics, physics, engineering or related technical field
  • Related industrial experience
  • Experience with test instruments and communication interfaces
  • Proficiency with programming languages such as Python, Visual Basic, LabVIEW
  • Ability to work with little supervision and manage assigned tasks and projects
  • Ability to read, learn, and analyze complex test methods and develop solutions
  • Ability to apply knowledge and experience to solve problems resourcefully
  • Effectively manage multiple priorities and projects
  • Ability to teach and train others within the work group
  • Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to work in a Class 10,000 clean-room environment when required
  • Able to move light equipment and tooling (<25 lbs)
  • Follow site EHS procedures and corporate EHS standards
  • May be responsible for execution and maintenance of ISO 9000/9001/14001 standards depending on location

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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