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Coherent Corp. · 2 weeks ago

System Engineer-Laser Products and Subsystems

positionBloomfield, CT
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid Level
money$84K/yr - $125K/yr

Coherent Corp. is a global leader in lasers and engineered materials, seeking a System Engineer for their Laser Products and Subsystems team. The role involves developing verification and test plans, constructing and troubleshooting lasers and test systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to address challenges in laser performance and usability.

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Responsibilities

Develop verification and test plans tied to product requirements, risks, and theory of operations
Construct and troubleshoot new lasers, test systems and instrumentation
Develop electronic and optical testing methodologies, including supporting software
Translate market inputs into system and design requirements, manufacturing, and product specifications
Collaborate with a larger team of optical, electronic, software, reliability, applications, marketing and research professionals to tackle cross-functional challenges
Activate your expertise in engineering and/or applied physics to tackle challenges in laser usability, performance, reliability and quality
Be an expert on the optical, mechanical, electrical, thermal and software interfaces that define our systems

Qualification

Laser technologyLabViewPythonAutomated instrumentationOptical technologyHands-on experimental workComplex systemsAccountabilityEnthusiasmCollaborationIntegrity

Required

Develop verification and test plans tied to product requirements, risks, and theory of operations
Construct and troubleshoot new lasers, test systems and instrumentation
Develop electronic and optical testing methodologies, including supporting software
Translate market inputs into system and design requirements, manufacturing, and product specifications
Collaborate with a larger team of optical, electronic, software, reliability, applications, marketing and research professionals to tackle cross-functional challenges
Activate your expertise in engineering and/or applied physics to tackle challenges in laser usability, performance, reliability and quality
Be an expert on the optical, mechanical, electrical, thermal and software interfaces that define our systems
Product and technology development experience
Direct experience working with lasers, especially with CO2 lasers
Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Physics, or related disciplines required
Working familiarity with LabView, Python, and scientific simulation or mathematical tools
Hands-on experimental work and machine construction
comfort with complex systems
The ability to work safely and effectively in a laboratory
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards
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
Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp

Preferred

Experience with automated instrumentation, laser measurement and alignment
PhD preferred, or Masters degree in Engineering, Physics, or related disciplines, with a strong concentration in lasers or optical technology

Benefits

Competitive compensation program
Comprehensive career development platform

Company

Coherent Corp.

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Coherent empowers market innovators to define the future through breakthrough technologies, from materials to systems.
dateFounded in 1971
location
Saxonburg, Pennsylvania, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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https://www.coherent.com/

H1B Sponsorship

Coherent Corp. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2024 (18)
2023 (16)
2022 (6)
2021 (7)
2020 (9)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.44B
Key Investors
JP Morgan Chase
2025-09-26Post Ipo Debt· $3.03B
2021-05-07Post Ipo Equity· $410M
1987-10-09IPO

Leadership Team

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Sherri Luther
CFO and Treasurer
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Giovanni Barbarossa
Chief Strategy Officer & President Materials Segment
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