• Lead R&D projects for optical sub-assemblies, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure alignment with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Product Management.
• Define technical requirements and guide optical, opto-mechanical, and photonic design activities.
• Ensure robust, manufacturable solutions in line with DfM, DfT, and quality standards.
• Support prototype builds, validation, and transition to manufacturing (NPI).

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physics, Photonics, Optical Engineering, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in optical or optoelectronic component development and technical project leadership.
• Strong knowledge of optics, photonics, optical packaging, or precision assembly.
• Proficiency with project management tools and structured project methodologies.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills; ability to operate in a dynamic environment.
• Preferred: experience in international teams, familiarity with ISO/quality standards, and project management certification.

We offer an interesting and diversified opportunity in an internationally minded engineering team of a market-leading high-tech company in the field of high-speed optoelectronic components. You will find a creative and productive work atmosphere in a flexible work environment that shares the desire to succeed and a fascination for technical challenges and technological progress. We provide the following additional benefits:

• Flexible working hours
• 30 vacation days (overtime on top)
• Health benefits package including additional health insurance or fitness program
• Financial support for public transport or parking spot
• Bike lease program
• Bonus and private pension scheme

Feel free to contact Lisa Weiland at lisa.weiland@coherent.com for further information.