Senior Optical Design Engineer

Join a global technology leader in optoelectronics and take a key role in advancing cutting-edge optical designs at Coherent. As a Senior Optical Design Engineer, you'll work on next-generation optoelectronic devices, driving innovation in beam path optimization, integrated optics, and numerical modeling. Be part of a dynamic, collaborative team and shape the future of optical communication and semiconductor technology with Coherent!

About the job

This service is a direct recruitment, which means that the recruitment process takes place through Bravura and you are employed directly by Coherent.

About the company

Coherent in Järfälla, a division of the global technology leader Coherent Corp., stands at the forefront of innovation in the field of optoelectronics. As part of a global network with a presence in 73 locations across 18 countries, including the USA, China, Australia, Germany, and Switzerland. Coherent is renowned for its commitment to advancing breakthrough technologies.

At Coherent in Järfälla, we specialize in the development of pioneering and high-quality optoelectronic products, contributing significantly to technological advancements from materials to systems to meet the increasing demand for our world-leading components. As a financially stable and fast-growing organization, we take pride in serving some of the world's most renowned tech companies.

Our multicultural work environment at the Järfälla facility hosts around 280 professionals, including operators, technicians, process engineers, development engineers, and software engineers. Together, we form a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and efficient decision-making. You will become a part of the test development department, belonging to the software development team.

Tasks and responsibilities

As a Senior Optical Design Engineer, you will take a leading role in developing optical solutions for integrated optoelectronic devices. From designing waveguides and optical elements to modeling beam propagation and optimizing performance, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and advance Coherent’s optical technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Model and simulate optical beam propagation for integrated optoelectronic devices to optimize designs.
• Design optical elements such as waveguides, bends, MMIs, and spot-size converters.
• Develop and specify test methods for optical performance evaluation.
• Contribute to selecting technology platforms and defining technical solutions.
• Collaborate daily with interdisciplinary teams, including Chip Design, Wafer Fabrication, Operations, and Quality.
  
  

Education, experience and personal characteristics

• Broad technical competence in optics, optoelectronic devices, integrated optics, and numerical modeling.

• Deep expertise in areas such as coherent beam optics and integrated optoelectronic devices.

• PhD with a minimum of 5 years, or MSc with a minimum of 10 years of experience in optoelectronics, optics, or semiconductor engineering.

• Fluency in English, both oral and written; proficiency in Swedish is desirable.

You are driven by the challenge of complex projects and are passionate about achieving technical excellence. With a creative mindset, you seek solutions beyond traditional methods and stay informed on the latest innovations. You communicate clearly, collaborate effortlessly, and inspire the open exchange of ideas.

Other information

Start: Upon agreement

Location: Järfälla, Stockholm - We like you to be on-site at least three days a week.

Salary: Upon agreement

Union Contact: Niklas Jansson: niklas.jansson@coherent.com

Jessica Carlsson: jessica.carlsson@coherent.com