Test Engineer: Optical Testing and Characterization (Entry level) - Coherent Corp.

The Optical Test Engineer is a hands-on member of our Garnet Materials Characterization and Testing team, ensuring that the magneto-optical and optical specifications of the faraday rotator material grown at this location meet customer requirements. This role is responsible for completion of our product quality and market acceptance, including:

• Design, develop and implement cost-effective, innovative solutions for testing and characterizing our faraday rotator materials.
• Develop automated test beds and test procedures for new magneto-optical products
• Prepare test and diagnostic programs, design test fixtures and equipment, and complete specifications and procedures for test and characterization procedures
• Consider the manufacturing demands, production schedules and equipment required for testing and evaluating our garnet materials in an ergonomic and efficient manner
• Produce process control and yield reports on the results of testing our faraday rotators
• Work with sales and marketing to produce product performance data for key customers

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• B.S. in Physics, Electronic or Optical Engineering
• Relevant coursework, labs or previous experience using data acquisition equipment and software interfacing (RS-232, USB, GPIB)
• Training or previous experience with laser systems and optical testing
• Training or previous experience with optical design principles and experience bread boarding electro-optic and opto-mechanical designs

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Understanding of basic electronics design
• Experience working with databases, data retrieval, and complex analysis
• Experience with Python, C# or other script programming languages
• Experience with JMP, Origin, Excel or other statistical analysis software
• Demonstrated knowledge of and good decision-making around work safety (laser, mechanics, high voltage, fragile materials, etc.

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) 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.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com .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!

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