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# Lead Hardware Engineer

- **Company:** Coherent, Inc.
- **Location:** Horsham, PA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $150,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Engineering, Firmware, Hardware Design, Schematic Capture, Pcb Layout
- **Published:** October 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3466465606&tx=CT323TYI&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related discipline.
 * Two to five years of relevant hardware engineering experience, ideally within optical communications, photonics, RF or another high-technology environment.
 * Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools.
 * Strong experience in analogue and digital circuit design and simulation.
 * Practical experience with PCB design, layout, testing and troubleshooting.
 * Ability to work independently and take ownership of technical deliverables.
 * Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
 * Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.

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

## Description

* Independently lead hardware design and development activities, including:
 * Evaluation and selection of optical and RF components.
 * RF, analogue and digital circuit design and simulation.
 * Schematic capture and PCB layout.
 * Design verification testing, troubleshooting and performance analysis.
 * Develop hardware for optical transceiver modules in accordance with project schedules, technical requirements and delivery milestones.
 * Define and document digital control requirements for implementation by firmware engineers.
 * Coordinate hardware development activities with firmware, manufacturing, test and other cross-functional teams.
 * Participate in hardware design reviews and contribute to the definition of product architectures.
 * Ensure designs align with applicable industry standards and customer requirements.
 * Evaluate future product requirements and develop the hardware architectures needed to support them.
 * Identify and implement improvements to product performance, reliability and manufacturability.
 * Provide technical training and support to Coherent colleagues within the relevant area of expertise.
 * Engage with key customers to provide technical guidance and support when required.