Job Description

Coherent is a global leader in photonics, developing advanced laser, optical and materials technologies that enable semiconductor manufacturing, AI infrastructure, advanced communications and precision industrial applications worldwide.

Lead Verification Engineer

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead verification activities throughout the product development lifecycle, acting as Verification Lead for new product development projects.
• Define and manage verification programmes based on product requirements and project phases.
• Plan verification work, sample builds and test activities to meet project timelines, milestones and delivery requirements.
• Specify measurement requirements and test systems for product verification.
• Analyse characterisation data and prepare technical reports to support design optimisation and decision-making.
• Communicate technical progress, risks and gaps clearly to cross-functional teams.
• Maintain technical documentation to support knowledge retention and continuous improvement.
• Keep up to date with new verification technologies, tools and techniques.
• Collaborate with Chip Design, Test Development, Wafer Fabrication, Assembly and Test, and Manufacturing Engineering teams across multiple sites.

What You’ll Bring

• A master’s or PhD degree in Engineering or Science, or equivalent.
• At least five years of professional experience in optoelectronics, semiconductors, electrical engineering, engineering physics or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of optoelectronic or semiconductor devices and technology.
• Hands-on experience in an optoelectronics or RF test laboratory, with a solid understanding of test and measurement and test automation.
• Experience in device characterisation, semiconductor data acquisition, test development, laboratory hardware or automation systems.
• Knowledge of data analysis, statistical methods and design of experiments.
• The ability to work effectively across functions, sites and disciplines, communicate results objectively, and take ownership of verification plans and outcomes.
• Fluency in English. Swedish language skills are a strong advantage.

What We Offer

Our benefits vary by country and role. Depending on your location, your package may include:

• Competitive base salary and annual incentive eligibility
• Employer-supported pension or retirement provision
• Health, wellbeing and employee-assistance programmes
• Life and income-protection benefits
• Flexible-working arrangements, where compatible with the role
• Learning and professional-development opportunities
• Employee recognition and share programmes

Our ICARE Values

How we work is just as important as what we achieve. Everyone at Coherent is expected to demonstrate our ICARE values:

🤝 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

Application and Selection

Recruitment at Coherent is conducted on an ongoing basis. Candidates who reach the final stage will be required to complete alcohol and drug testing, a background check and reference checks. These checks are mandatory before employment.

Current employees who wish to apply should submit a cover letter explaining their interest in the position and how their skills and experience align with the role requirements.

If you require an adjustment or accessibility accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact XXXXXX@coherent.com. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Join us and help shape the technologies that connect, inform and transform our world.

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!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.