Senior Principal Optoelectronics Engineer

Coherent Corp.; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. is seeking an experienced engineer to model and design silicon photonics based lasers with III-V gain materials for on-site development in Fremont, CA.

You will collaborate with materials, design and manufacturing teams to optimize performance and drive NPI initiatives. The role requires advanced degrees with 5+ years in semiconductor laser design and silicon photonics, plus cross-functional leadership and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Model and design silicon photonics based laser with III-V gain materials, including InP QW and GaAs QD.
• Characterize laser gain materials, optimize device performance, and prepare samples for manufacturing.
• Define laser parameters, simulate performance, and work out silicon photonics laser processing procedures.
• Collaborate with foundries and process teams for III-V integration onto silicon, fabrication and testing.
• Generate development schedules for key milestones and deliverables, ensuring customer satisfaction.

Skills

Laser design

Silicon photonics

Cross-functional teams

Problem solving

Communication

Education

MS/PhD in engineering or science

Job description

• 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.

Job Description

• 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.

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.

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.

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About Us

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!