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Senior Thermal Engineer

Coherent


Job Location:

Horsham, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 29 September 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Possess a solid understanding of heat-transfer and thermal analysis & testing fundamentals
  • Create Flotherm thermal models based on the Design Engineers Solidworks assemblies
  • Determine the appropriate level of detail required for achieving accurate thermal simulation results
  • Perform Flotherm thermal simulations with the goal of determining assembly hot-spot locations and internal component thermal margins
  • Analyze thermal gradients and determine reliability margin within detailed SMT semiconductor and optical packages
  • Perform lab testing with prototype and production hardware to verify and support thermal simulation results
  • Export Flotherm models for customer use and support customer questions related to the products thermal performance and design
  • Review production data for temperature reporting accuracy and determine calibration factors required to maintain accurate temperature reporting
  • Analyze and propose cutting edge heat-dissipation materials and methods such as thermal interface materials heat-pipes vapor-chambers etc
  • Generate clear and concise reports summarizing thermal simulations and test results
  • Perform 3D modeling of parts assemblies and drawings using Solidworks (preferred)
  • Interface with Electrical Engineers for collaboration on printed circuit board design layout
  • Attend weekly meetings and design reviews as required
  • Provide feedback alternate ideas and suggestions that could improve product quality and overall company productivity

Education & Experience

  • Education should consist of B.S. degree (minimum) with a major in Mechanical Engineering or general EngineeringScience.
  • 5yrs minimum experience in thermal designanalysis or related field

Skills

  • Must be a highly motivated self-starter with good communication skills that can excel in a fast-paced high-tech environment
  • Must be proficient with Siemens Flotherm (XT andor standard)
  • Thermal analysis (hand calculations and computer simulation) knowledge required
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office
  • 3D Solid Modeling (Solidworks) experience preferred
  • Should be well versed with hands-on assembly and disassembly of mechanical assemblies
  • Solid understanding on the safe use of basic hand tools and machine shop equipment
  • Must be able to work both independently as well as part of a team

Working Conditions

  • This role will be based on-site in Horsham PA

  • May require occasional off-site meetings or travel

  • Regular use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary

  • Interaction with team members and external contacts is a regular part of the job

  • May require occasional overtime and flexibility in work hours to accommodate the executives needs

Physical Requirements

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

CultureCommitment

Ensure adherence to companys values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

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


Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability protected Veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law.


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Required Experience:

Senior IC


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Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor ... View more

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