Sr. Optical Transceiver Design Engineer #2007840

  • Coherent Corp
  • Fremont, California
  • Full Time

Job Summary:

Part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team working on optical transceiver hardware/electrical from conception to manufacturing. Lead the transceiver hardware design and work closely with firmware engineer, optical engineer, mechanical and process engineer to come up a product per customer requirements.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Lead the hardware and PCBA design 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.
  • Lead the integration of optical, hardware and firmware, debug and trouble shooting of optical transceiver.
  • Create drawings, BOMS and ECO to document design. Interact with program manager, buyer/planner, suppliers to make sure designed parts are available in timely manner for build
  • Support of resolving all DFM issues
  • Hold the architectural, EVT, DVT phase review.

Education & Experience

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

Skills

  • 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 high density multiple-layer board design cycle
  • Experience with electronics CAD tools and electronic system modelling
  • Expertise in RF design using modeling tools such as CST or HFSS a plus
  • Understanding of microprocessors and real time control firmware a plus
  • Strong background of optical transceiver design 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 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.

Job ID: 487567949
Originally Posted on: 7/31/2025

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