Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Work with senior engineers to test and characterize sub-assemblies for coherent transceiver devices. These include tunable laser assembles as well as silicon photonics-based optical engines.
• Running various electro-optical experiments and compiling results from testing.
• Keep detailed documentation of test process and environment.
• Calibrating and maintaining test stations.
• Assist in setting up new test stations for new projects.
• Keep inventory of samples and components used in testing
• Maintain component inventory using procurement system
• Assist in device assembly when required
• Occasionally, attend meetings with engineers to discuss results of testing

Education & Experience

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering discipline

 

Skills & Other Requirements

• Working understanding of the basic test equipment like power meters, sourcemeters, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.
• Handling, and connecting optical fibers and fiber optic components.
• Experience working with fiber coupled lasers
• Experience working with RF measurement equipment
• Ability to operate visual inspection microscope
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel and Powerpoint
• Familiarity with parameters involved in testing PIC-based optical engines
• Familiarity with parameters involved in testing tunable lasers

Working Conditions

• This position is primarily onsite with very limited scope of off-site work
• Regular use of a computer
• Use of various electro-optical test equipment including power meters, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, laser sources
• Use of ovens for testing parts in hot and cold conditions
• Interaction with team members and external contacts is a regular part of the job

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer, making experimental data or conducting meetings.
• Use of hands and fingers for setting up experiments, tabulating results and writing/typing documents.
• Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 25 pounds in the lab.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Mobility within the lab and office environment

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.

Coherent 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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