RF Engineer

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

In this position, the successful candidate will participate in the design and development of pulsed and CW VHF band RF power sources operating at average powers from 300 W to 15 kW. In addition, this individual will participate in the design and development of diagnostics, controls, and other critical analog and digital circuitry which is embedded in the RF power supply. This individual will also be required to support existing products by performing failure analysis, troubleshooting existing designs, evaluating design improvements, and providing production support. In performing these duties, the successful candidate will be required to spend a substantial portion of their time doing hands-on work in the laboratory. 

• Design and develop RF circuitry for high power RF generators including schematic capture and printed circuit design. 
• Provide sustaining engineering for existing and legacy products with failure analysis, troubleshooting existing designs, evaluating design improvements, and providing production support
• Documentation and communication of results and ideas both, written and by presentation

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or related fields, and significant laboratory experience
• RF/Microwave work experience or relevant coursework in RF/microwave design 
• Masters's or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, or related fields is desired. 
• At least 2 years of work experience in RF circuit design is desired

Skills

• Familiarity with Altium Designer (or other PCB design software), ADS, HFSS and/or Microwave Office products 
• Proficiency with both general purpose test equipment (oscilloscopes, waveform generators, etc.) and RF test equipment (network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, etc.) is required. 
•  While professional experience would be preferred, Coherent will consider candidates with recent degrees.      Since the successful candidate will be required to operate in a cross-functional team environment, communication and interpersonal skills are critical elements for success in this position.

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.