We are seeking an Optical/Thin Film Engineer in our Budd Lake, NJ facility. This role is a part of our fast-paced engineering team and plays a key role in the development of state-of-the-art, high-performance optical coatings for next generation laser products.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Design optical thin film coatings for UV, VIS and NIR
• Develop coating processes for magnetron, IBS, and e-beam coating technologies
• Recipe development & Parameter optimization
• Tooling specification & design
• Test & Inspection Requirements
• Create process documentation including work instructions and procedures

Education & Experience

• B.S. or M.S. in Physics, Optical Engineering, Materials Science or a related discipline
• 5 years of experience in optical thin films coatings preferred

Skills

• Proven related academic studies will be considered
• Experience with thin film optical design and characterization preferred but will train
• Non-linear optics and birefringent materials experience a plus
• Essential Macleod and/or OptiLayer coating design (SolidWorks exp is a plus)
• Strong experimental and analytical skills paired with sound engineering judgment.
• Must be self-driven and have demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to perform in a distributed, diverse cross-functional team environment.

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.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State."