Principal Optical Transceiver Engineer

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Participate in standard and MSA meetings and present for the company.
• Lead the link simulation for optical transceiver.
• Conduct electrical and optical measurements of optical transceiver.
• Create optical transceiver specification compliance reports.
• Create the firmware requirement document.
• Conduct RF simulation of the high-speed signal communication link.

Education & Experience

• B.S. EE degree with 7-year experience or M.S. EE degree with 5-year experience required (M.S. preferred, Ph.D. a plus).

Skills

• Strong fiber and digital communication and DSP system theory and simulation.
• Strong analog circuit design skills required.
• Strong background of circuit theory, linear system theory, feedback, ICs, and high-speed RF fundamentals required.
• Strong laboratory measurement skills required.
• Strong communication and presentation skill required.
• Experience with electronics CAD tools and electronic system modelling.
• Expertise in RF design using modeling tools such as CST or HFSS a plus.
• Strong background of optical transceiver design is a plus.

Working Conditions

• This position is onsite.
• 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 operating computers and lab equipment.
• Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative or lab tasks.
• Able to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Mobility within the office/lab environment to attend meetings or interact with colleagues.

Safety Requirements

• All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

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).
• 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.

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!