Software and Automation Engineer – NPI (LabVIEW)

Coherent's Laser Systems and Measurement division designs and manufactures Laser Diode-based lasers, multi-laser light engines and laser measurement devices.

We are seeking a Software and Automation Engineer with strong LabVIEW expertise to join our NPI team.

In this role, you will architect, implement, and deploy automated test and control systems to accelerate the transition of laser products from R&D to high-volume production.

You'll work closely with optical, electrical, and manufacturing engineers to develop robust, scalable automation solutions that enhance process reliability, measurement accuracy, and production throughput.

LSM is located just minutes South of Portland, Oregon and enjoys spectacular North-West weather and activity opportunities.

About the Role

Primary Duties & Responsibilities


* Design, develop, and maintain LabVIEW-based automation and test systems for laser module and subsystem production.


* Implement automated test systems for laser characterization, alignment, calibration, and burn-in.


* Create, modify and maintain test systems for Sensor and Meter Calibration.


* Develop robust qualification plans for calibration software updates in conjunction with manufacturing engineering


* Interface with hardware components such as motion controllers, power meters, spectrometers, temperature controllers, and data acquisition (DAQ) devices.


* Create modular and scalable code architectures for reusability across multiple NPI programs.


* Establish and manage data communication between test systems and production databases (MES, SQL or network storage)


* Ensure version control, configuration management, and documentation of all software assets.


* Validate and transfer automation tools and test systems to production, ensuring robust and repeatable performance.


* Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and test engineering to define test requirements and implement automation for new laser products.


* Implement automated data logging, visualization, and analysis tools to monitor yield, process trends, and performance metrics.

Education & Experience


* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics, or related discipline.


* 3+ years of hands-on experience developing automation and test systems using LabVIEW


* Experience in instrument control and data acquisition (NI DAQ, VISA, GPIB, Ethernet, or serial interfaces).


* Experience integrating motion control, optical instrumentation, and power measurement systems


* Advanced proficiency in LabVIEW development, including modular design, error handling, and UI design.


* Competence with data handling and analysis (Excel, SQL, Python, or MATLAB).


* Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and cross-functional communication skills.

Skills


* National Instruments certification (e.g., CLAD, CLD, or CLA) preferred.


* Experience in automated opti...