Job Description

Coherent Corp is the global leader in photonics, designing and manufacturing advanced laser, optical, and materials technologies. Our innovations power semiconductor manufacturing, AI infrastructure, advanced communications, and precision industrial systems worldwide. With a global footprint and cutting-edge manufacturing and R&D, we’re shaping the future of high-tech industries.

In Zurich, our teams support a key research and production hub specialising in advanced photonics, engineered materials, and high-power semiconductor laser technologies. We develop and manufacture opto-electronic components and laser diodes used across industrial, optical data transmission, life science, and other high-precision applications worldwide.

Product Engineer Semiconductor Lasers (m/f) - 100%

In this position, you will assume the function of technical product prime for an entire family of our semiconductor laser portfolio. You will be part of the operations team and work at the interface with various stakeholders and customers. You take ownership of performance, quality and reliability, yield, and product cost of your product group. You assume an active part in new product introduction, production planning, process and tool qualifications, as well as customer support.

What you will be doing...

• You are the technical authority for product performance, quality assurance, and manufacturing of the semiconductor laser products within your portfolio.
• You own end-to-end product documentation, specifications, and are responsible for product release in compliance with these.
• You ensure that fabrication processes are compatible with product requirements.
• You continually improve manufacturing flow, test procedures, and process controls.
• You design, plan, and execute qualification tests for the introduction of new fabrication and test processes as well as cost reduction programs, thereby ensuring compliance with product requirements.
• You partner with various groups within the company’s organisation for the introduction of new products into volume manufacturing.
• You are the lead technical interface to internal and external customers.

About You

• You hold a master’s degree in physics, electrical, electronics, or opto-electronics engineering.
• You have three years of experience as product engineer, yield engineer, or testing engineer of lasers.
• You have solid knowledge of semiconductor lasers including device physics, manufacturing, and applications.
• You are familiar with statistical methods and related tools, including the ability to query and analyse large sets of data.
• You are fact-based and data-driven when analysing, concluding, and taking decisions to solve problems.
• You are customer oriented and at ease in effectively interacting with various internal and external stakeholders.
• Your excellent English and German language skills (oral and written) allow you to efficiently communicate at any level of the organisation.

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position:

🤝 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 & Selection:

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

If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application process, please reach out to Allegra Mousaw (allegra.mousaw@coherent.com We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

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.