Laser Test Engineer

Location: Wilsonville, OR, United States

Coherent’s Laser Systems and Measurement (LSM) division designs and manufactures laser diode modules, multi-laser light engines and laser measurement devices for bioinstrumentation, material processing, microelectronics, and other areas that utilize lasers. As a test engineer, you will be part of our product development engineering team and work directly with other team members to develop and test new products.  This includes building and testing prototypes and test setups, performing validation testing, and using tests to identify and solve design and build process problems.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and execute characterization and qualification tests, test plans, and test systems for laser diode modules, multi-laser light engines, and laser measurement devices.
• Build and test laser, laser system, and measurement assemblies using procedures, instructions, or communication.
• Analyze results from tests, prototype builds, and models.
• Work in conjunction with other development engineers to develop written test and assembly procedures and suggest improvements to these procedures based on build process, test results, and analysis.
• Using results of tests and analysis, develop additional tests for root cause analysis and problem solving.
• Complete project assignments to schedule in a multi-project environment.
• Support the transfer of new products to manufacturing.

Requirements

• B.S. or higher degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related discipline.
• 5 years optical and laser test experience in new product development environment.
• Working knowledge of laser safety and experience operating lasers and measuring laser beam parameters.
• Knowledge and experience with statistical data analysis tools and problem-solving methods.
• Knowledge of LabView, Python, or other programming language for test automation is a plus.

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.

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!

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Coherent’s Laser Systems and Measurement (LSM) division designs and manufactures laser diode modules, multi-laser light engines and laser measurement devices for bioinstrumentation, material processing, microelectronics, and other areas that utilize lasers. As a test engineer, you will be part of our product development engineering team and work directly with other team members to develop and test new products.