Coherent

Principal Electrical Design Engineer

Coherent$130K — $180K *
Consumer Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 12 years experience in optical transceiver electrical design, or Master's with 10 years, or PhD with 7 years.
  • Expert in optical transceiver electrical and hardware design.
  • Proficient in signal integrity simulation and power integrity analysis.
  • Experienced in high-speed signal validation and analysis verification.

Responsibilities

  • Drive product design and testing for Co-Packaged Optics and Optical Engine from concept to production.
  • Develop co-design for Silicon Photonic and electronics IC to enhance functionality and speed.
  • Conduct simulations for signal and power integrity analysis, including validation and verification.
  • Model, simulate, and characterize power delivery for various components including die and voltage regulators.
  • Oversee PCB stack-up and layer assignments for high-speed applications.
  • Manage schematic layouts and oversee design processes for PIC and EIC interconnects.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to define specifications, design rules, testing protocols, and failure analysis.

Benefits

  • On-site full-time position.
  • Opportunities for occasional off-site meetings or travel.
  • Regular interaction with team members and external contacts.
  • Potential for occasional overtime and flexible hours.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities
  • Drive Co-Packaged Optics and Optical Engine product design and testing activities from initial concept to production.
  • Develop Silicon Photonic (PIC) and electronics IC (including TIA, driver, and micro-controller) co-design to achieve DC functionalities and high-speed performance.
  • Perform simulations for signal integrity and power integrity analysis, hands-on high speed signal validation and analysis verification including material, de-embedding, and component characterization.
  • Power delivery modeling, simulation, and characterization for die, package, board, and voltage regulators.
  • PCB stack-up review and layer assignment for High speed and PDN
  • Manage PIC and EIC interconnect schematic and monitor layout design process.
  • Work with external and internal PIC and EIC suppliers to define product spec, integration design rules, testing protocol, and failure analysis methodologies.
  • Lead optical package development to establish package manufacturability and reliability.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams consisting of Silicon Photonics, IC design, substrate layout, and module design teams.

Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree with 12 years of related experience in optical transceiver electrical design.
  • Or Master's degree with 10 years; or a PhD with 7 years experience.


Skills & Other Requirements
  • Expertise optical transceiver electrical and hardware design.
  • Experience with signal integrity simulation and power integrity analysis including crosstalk, return loss, jitter, EMI, and power supply noise.
  • Experience with high-speed signal validation and analysis verification including material, de-embedding, and component characterization.


Working Conditions
  • This position is on-site full time.
  • May require occasional off-site meetings or travel
  • Regular use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary
  • Interaction with team members and external contacts is a regular part of the job
  • May require occasional overtime and flexibility in work hours to accommodate the executive's needs

Physical Requirements
  • Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or conducting meetings.
  • Use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documents.
  • Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative tasks.
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
  • Mobility within the office environment to attend meetings or interact with colleagues.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow the site EHS procedures and Corporate EHS standards. This includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities.

Managers will ensure that all safety and environmental procedures are followed consistently. They will ensure that risk assessments are performed, proper training, work instructions, required PPE is available, and will monitor compliance.

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.

About Coherent

Coherent, Inc. is a global leader in providing laser-based solutions to a broad range of commercial and scientific research customers. The company designs, manufactures, and markets lasers, laser-based systems, precision optics, and related accessories for a diverse group of customers. Coherent's markets include scientific research, OEM components and instrumentation, microelectronics, materials processing, and life sciences. The company's products are used in a wide range of applications. Coherent was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
Learn more about Coherent
Size
5,085 employees
Market Cap
$4.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$419.7 million
Founded
1966
5 Year Trend
+27.8%
Revenue
$1.2 billion
NASDAQ

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