Research & Development Engineer

Coherent is a world leader of lasers and laser-based technology for materials processing, microelectronics, scientific, life sciences and medical customers. The light we deliver touches almost every aspect of human lifevision correction to cell analysis, precision welding to 3-D metal printing, gravity wave detection to brain research. Put your talents to work at Coherent where you can create and innovate enabling technologies that will push the frontiers of science and technology.

Our team is seeking a Laser Research & Development Engineer at our Bloomfield, CT location. The position reports to the R&D organization. The successful candidate will be a technology leader in our organization Solving tough technical problems, identifying strategic technical opportunities and making them real in the form of new products. We are looking for a technical leader who can surprise us with innovation and help build our future.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Support R&D and New Product Introduction (NPI) projects as they move through the development cycle. Coherents R&D engineers focus heavily on the early stages of technology and product development, but they also provide critical technical support to products and customers as they move through the NPI process and into volume release.
• Execute basic technology maturation projects in support of the Technology Roadmap, through modeling and experimental work.
• Construct testbeds to explore pre-commercial product concepts for feasibility, performance, cost etc.
• Perform product testing to verify the functionality and performance of Coherents products.
• Conduct simulation, modeling and analysis in support of product development and problem-solving activities.
• Engage with our marketing team to capture product requirements and specifications, and support our customers, and our marketing, management and sales teams.
• Provide technical support to resolve product issues affecting our customers, our factory, or our supply chain

Education & Experience

• Proven problem solver with a mindset to constantly pursue the basic understanding or root cause of problems.
• Responsive, collaborative, and reliable - Can be counted on by others. Comfortable creating and communicating work plans, schedules, and resource requirements. Can support multiple complex activities in parallel.
• Technical depth in at least two of the following engineering disciplines optical/laser systems, systems engineering, mechanical, plasma physics, electrical/electronic, controls & software. The successful candidate will demonstrate an eagerness and ability to acquire new technical disciplines as needed.
• An advanced degree (MS or higher) in physics, applied physics, precision mechanical engineering, electrical engineering (photonics focus), optical science & engineering, materials science & engineering, or a related field. PhD. Preferred, or with equivalent experience.

Targeted Skills

• Hands-on experience working with CO 2 laser technology
• Familiarity with optical waveguides
• Experience with LabView, instrumentation, or python

Working Conditions

This position involves a blend of laboratory activities, design activities and participating in various project reviews, design reviews etc. Our business is highly cross-functional and team oriented.

Physical Requirements

Ability to function in a laboratory environement, working hands on with lasers and instrementation.

Safety Requirements

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

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

This role is expected to support our quality and environmental commitments, including ISO standards and policies.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to companys values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

I ntegrity Create an Environment of Trust

C ollaboration Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

A ccountability Own the Process and the Outcome

R espect Recognize the Value in Everyone

E nthusiasm 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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