Principal Development Engineer

We are looking for an exceptional Lead or Principal Laser Development Engineer to help define the next generation of ultrafast laser technology at Coherent.

This is an opportunity to apply your expertise in solid-state and ultrafast laser design while working on technically challenging programmes that will define future Coherent products. You will provide technical leadership within multidisciplinary engineering teams, taking ownership of major laser subsystems or complete laser architectures from initial feasibility through to successful product release. Working alongside optical, mechanical, electronics and software engineers, you will lead experimental investigations, develop innovative technical solutions and guide design decisions through rigorous analysis and hands-on laboratory work. You will use your technical judgement to overcome complex engineering challenges, mentor colleagues and help shape the technical direction of development programmes.