Senior Optical Design Engineer

COHERENT; Horsham (PA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. is seeking an experienced Optical Engineer in Horsham, PA, to lead design, verification, and testing of fiber-optic systems. You will build bench-top prototypes and verify performance for OTDR, OPS, and OSA while optimizing designs for cost, yield, and manufacturability.

Expect hands-on troubleshooting, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and supplier coordination to meet product specs and schedule. Proficiency in Excel and Python for data analysis is valued.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Optics, Physics, Material Science or equivalent.
• Experience with designing, diagnosing, and implementing fiber optical systems.
• Hands-on troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Data analysis skills in Excel, Python, or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Build bench-top prototype systems and verify optical performance.
• Conduct optical design and verification for OTDR, OPS, OSA and other fiber-optic devices.
• Run optical verification testing to assess feasibility and performance.
• Optimize optical designs to reduce cost and improve yield.
• Interact with suppliers on specifications and sample procurement.
• Provide technical support to Sales and Marketing.

Skills

Optical systems

OTDR

Optical metrology

Python

Excel

Independent worker

Cross-functional collaboration

Troubleshooting

Education

Master’s degree in Optics or Physics

Experience with fiber-optic systems

Tools

OTDR tooling

Lab equipment

Job description

Coherent Corp. is seeking an experienced Optical Engineer in Horsham, PA, to lead design, verification, and testing of fiber-optic systems. You will build bench-top prototypes and verify performance for OTDR, OPS, and OSA while optimizing designs for cost, yield, and manufacturability.

Expect hands-on troubleshooting, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and supplier coordination to meet product specs and schedule. Proficiency in Excel and Python for data analysis is valued.