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Laser Component Engineer - Optical Solutions R&D

Molex
life insurance, parental leave
United States, California, Fremont
Apr 17, 2026
Molex possesses a rich heritage in the optical industry, delivering high-performance, field-proven optical solutions spanning components, modules, and fully integrated line cards. We provide cutting-edge wavelength management and amplifier technologies, supported by deep optical, mechanical, electrical, and software integration capabilities. These strengths enable Molex to serve the evolving needs of high-density, high-bandwidth, and flexible optical networks. The Laser Component Engineer will propose and source components for advanced optoelectronic packages (e.g., CPO, ELSFP). This role is responsible for component design and selection, performance optimization, and ensuring long-term reliability of components embedded within advanced optoelectronic packages. The position requires close collaboration with R&D and product design teams, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers to ensure laser components meet stringent optical, mechanical, and Telcordia reliability requirements. What You Will Do Provide leadership to source various components integrated into advanced photonic packages Design components (e.g., TEC, housing, lid, getter, fiber lens or discrete lenses, fiber arrays, gratings) Support component supplier selection, including technology maturity assessments for robust supply chain Partner with product and operation teams to ensure components are manufacturable, high-yield assembly flows Support component supplier improvement through audits, quality improvement plans, and risk-mitigation initiatives Work closely with R&D team for define/execute pre-qualification and qualification strategies, including GR-468 Telcordia compliance Support failure analysis investigations and corrective actions for component related failures and manufacturing issues Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) Masters in Photonics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Optics, or a closely related field At least 8 years of industry R&D experience with optical and mechanical components integrated into optoelectronic packages Hands-on experience with various opto/mechanical components designed for high thermal power density and submicron tolerances (i.e. associated with optical alignment) Understands mechanical constraints (e.g., stress/design from CTE mismatch, optic misalignment, thermal limits etc.) Experience with various optical components (e.g., gratings, mirrors, lenses) Experience with stable attachment methods (e.g., epoxy and solder based) Expertise in component qualification methodologies (e.g., GR-468), product reliability testing, and statistical analysis tools Knowledgeable of component and optical-packaging failure modes Familiar with New Product Introduction (NPI) methodology: design, verification, qualification, release to manufacturing Strong communication skills with suppliers, customers, and cross-functional internal teams For this role, we anticipate paying $150,000 - 220,0000 per year. 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