Principal Engineer R&D

Join us at Coherent Corp, a leader in the optoelectronic device industry, where innovation meets excellence. Our team is dedicated to pioneering advancements in Silicon Photonics, focusing on high-power CW lasers that are integral to our cutting-edge products.

As the Principal Product Engineer, you will lead all aspects of product engineering, from development through production, for our high-power CW lasers. This position demands a hands-on approach to product performance, yield optimization, and production troubleshooting. Your expertise will guide the seamless integration of new products into existing systems and ensure our continued leadership in the market.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Product Engineering Leadership: Oversee the entire product engineering lifecycle for high-power CW lasers, ensuring optimal performance and yield.

• Manufacturing Collaboration: Work closely with manufacturing teams to enhance processes and address production challenges directly on-site.

• Cross-Functional Teamwork: Collaborate with Product Development Engineers to ensure smooth transitions of new products into production.

• Data Analysis: Utilize statistical methods to analyze reliability and test data, identifying trends and potential issues to improve product quality.

• Team Management: Lead and potentially manage multidisciplinary teams, promoting a culture of innovation and collaborative success.

Education & Experience

• A Master's degree or higher in Electronic Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field.

• At minimum 10 years' of industrial experience in product engineering, preferably with a focus on semiconductor lasers or related optoelectronic devices such as photodiodes, semiconductor optical modulators, and semiconductor optical amplifiers.

Skills & Other Requirements

• Proficient in data analysis and statistical evaluation related to product engineering.

• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, capable of managing complex projects and diverse teams.

• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to addressing and preempting issues.

• Willingness to travel frequently to manufacturing sites.

• Excellent communication skills, essential for effective teamwork and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Working Conditions

• Primarily on-site, frequent travels to other Coherent manufacturing sites.

• Must be able to function in a fast-paced environment, carrying out multiple projects at a time.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent 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:

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.