Senior Optical Component Engineer — Telecom & Quality

COHERENT; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking an experienced engineer to design and develop optical components for optical communication systems.

The role involves performing simulations, analyses, and leading supplier qualification activities to ensure performance, quality, and cost targets are met. You will develop component specifications, provide technical support and root cause analysis, and stay abreast of emerging optical technologies.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in optics/physics or related technical fields.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience.
• Experience with optical component design and qualification processes.
• Knowledge of telecom fibers, cables, connectors, coatings, and passive optical components.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop optical components for Optical Communication Systems (OCS).
• Perform optical simulations, modeling, and performance analyses to validate designs.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify component suppliers and vendors.
• Develop detailed component specifications that meet performance, quality, reliability, and cost targets.
• Lead component-level qualification activities and establish incoming inspection and quality control processes.
• Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and root cause failure analysis for optical components and systems.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and advancements in optical engineering and related fields; continuously enhance technical expertise.

Skills

Multidisciplinary optics

Telecom optics components

Independent work

Analytical problem solving

Resourceful problem solving

Supplier liaison

Project prioritization

Mentoring

Communication

MS Office

Zemax

Education

BS or MS in optics/physics or related technical fields

Tools

Zemax

MS Office

Job description

Coherent Corp. in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking an experienced engineer to design and develop optical components for optical communication systems.

The role involves performing simulations, analyses, and leading supplier qualification activities to ensure performance, quality, and cost targets are met. You will develop component specifications, provide technical support and root cause analysis, and stay abreast of emerging optical technologies.