Senior Principal Optoelectronics Engineer

II-VI UK, Ltd.; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. in California seeks an experienced engineer to model and design silicon photonics based laser devices with III-V gain materials, and to collaborate with materials and design teams to optimize performance.

This on-site role requires leading cross-functional efforts across R&D, manufacturing, and supply chains. The ideal candidate has MS/PhD in engineering with 5+ years in laser/silicon photonics, experience with NPI, and ability to drive projects to milestones in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• MS/PhD in engineering or science with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with semiconductor laser design and silicon photonics.
• Experience with CPO, optical transceivers or components desirable.
• Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) and/or Product Lifecycle Management processes
• Experience of managing cross-functional teams successfully, interacting with a broad range of functions, skills, cultures, and personalities.

Responsibilities

• Model and design silicon photonics based laser with III-V gain materials, including InP QW and GaAs QD.
• Characterize laser gain material parameters, optimize device performance, and prepare samples for laser manufacturing.
• Define laser parameters with silicon photonics design teams and simulate performance.
• Collaborate with foundries and process teams in III_V integration onto silicon, laser fabrication and testing.
• Generate development schedules with Product Line Management and R&D to achieve milestones and deliverables.
• Manage CPO/NPO products through R&D NPI Phase Gate process and deliver qualified products to global Operations.
• Light travel for development activities: supplier engagement, design improvement, process development.

Skills

Silicon photonics R&D

Laser design experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

MS/PhD in engineering or science

Job description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Model and design silicon photonics based laser with III-V gain materials, including InP Quantum Well (QW) and GaAs Quantum Dot (QD).
• Work closely with III-V gain material teams in characterizing laser gain material parameters, optimizing device performance, and preparing samples for laser manufacturing.
• Work closely with silicon photonics design teams in defining laser parameters, simulating laser performance, and working out silicon photonics laser processing procedures.
• Collaborate with foundries and process teams in III_V integration onto silicon, laser fabrication, testing, problem solving, and performance optimization
• Collaborate with Product Line Management and R&D Management to generate development schedules that achieve key project milestones, NPI deliverables, business requirements, and customer satisfaction.
• Manage CPO/NPO products through R&D NPI Phase Gate process, meet NPI deliverable, and deliver qualified products to the global Operations team.
• Light travel for development activities: supplier engagement, design improvement, process development, and problem solving.

Education & Experience

• MS/PhD in an engineering or science discipline plus 5+ years of relevant experience
• Experience with semiconductor laser design and silicon photonics.
• Experience with CPO, optical transceivers or components desirable.
• Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) and/or Product Lifecycle Management processes
• Experience of managing cross-functional teams successfully, interacting with a broad range of functions, skills, cultures, and personalities.

Skills & Other Requirements

• Previous experience as an engineer in laser and silicon photonics R&D.
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and risk management skills.
• Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills.
• Highly self-motivated with a strong multi-disciplinary background is essential.

Working Conditions

• This position is on-site full time.
• May require occasional off-site meetings or travel
• Regular use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary
• Interaction with team members and external contacts is a regular part of the job
• May require occasional overtime and flexibility in work hours to accommodate the executive’s needs

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or conducting meetings.
• Use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documents.
• Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative tasks.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Mobility within the office environment to attend meetings or interact with colleagues.

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.

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.

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