Senior Laser Engineer - Optical Solutions

Senior Laser Engineer - Optical Solutions

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Molex possesses a rich heritage in the optical industry. We provide the highest performing field‑proven wavelength management solutions from components to modules and integrated line‑cards. Continuous innovation in passive component function integration, miniaturization, and manufacturing automation, cutting‑edge switch solutions and amplifier technology and comprehensive optical, mechanical, electrical and software integration capabilities enable us to serve the needs of high‑density, high‑bandwidth and flexible optical networks.

We are looking for a Senior Laser Engineer with a holistic viewpoint of semiconductor lasers’ performance and reliability within our broad product range. The Laser Engineer is responsible for the selection and reliability of lasers used in our products working together with our optical, electronic, mechanical, and system engineering teams, communication with external vendors and customers. This person must have strong understanding and extensive experience of semiconductor lasers’ theory, fabrication processes, tests, reliability, failure modes and industry trends.

This expertise will lead to the advancement of our products and services in the fields of optical communication.

• Selection of semiconductor lasers used in our products together with product design teams
• FMEA for lasers during new product development
• Manage performance and reliability requirements for lasers
• Work with engineering teams and supply‑chain team to manage and maintain laser suppliers’ quality of work and qualification status including supplier audits
• Lead failure analysis, vendor communication and customer communication in case of laser failure
• Manage roadmap and strategy for lasers in our products
• Develop and train internal laser know‑how
• Provide technical support for process engineers, manufacturing engineers and technicians

• Master’s degree in Laser Engineering, Physics, Photonics or related technical field
• At least 15 years of industry experience with semiconductor lasers
• Excellent understanding and extensive experience with semiconductor laser reliability including physics, tests, analysis, analytical tools and industry standards
• Experience and track records of failure mode analysis and resolution of semiconductor lasers’ performance and reliability issues
• Experienced in creating specifications of semiconductor lasers
• Wide knowledge about current semiconductor lasers’ industry trends
• Experience or knowledge in design, fabrication, testing or productization of semiconductor lasers
• Strong hands‑on experience with laser performance and reliability tests
• Experience of communication with vendors and customers

• PhD

For this role, we anticipate paying $200,000 – 300,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

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Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify.

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial and emotional strength – focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance.

Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

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