Focuslight SA manufactures high-end micro-optical components and subsystems and provides optical solutions for customers in the automotive, telecom/datacom, laser, medical and semiconductor industries.
A dedicated and highly skilled R&D team is the basis for our success. To strengthen our position and growth in the long-term business in our markets, we are looking for an Optical Engineer.
The Optical Engineer works on specialist level on next generation products. She/he plans, designs, builds and tests innovative products and equipment and develops technologies using a research-driven processes.
In more detail the Optical Engineer should be
Part of the R&D groups on automotive, medtech, illumination and data/telecom optics
Designing micro-optical components and sub-systems
Simulating and optimizing refractive and diffractive optics (DOE/ROE)
Utilizing machine learning to improve performance and yield of optical sub-systems
Optionally attending trade shows and scientific conferences in photonics
Technical support for sales
Expected professional skills :
Master or higher degree in photonics, optical engineering, electrical engineering or physics
Experience in modelling coherent and incoherent optical systems
Knowledge of optical modelling tools (ZEMAX, FRED, VirtualLab, …)
Skilled in numerical computing software tools (MatLab, Pyhton, …)
Preferably knowledge in micromachining or microfabrication technology
Additional qualifications or experience in project management are a plus
Excellent communications skills, self-motivated and flexible
Ability to work as an effective team player, who is proactive and takes initiative (problem solving)
Good knowledge of the photonics markets, material science or optical coatings are useful
Expected behavioral skills :
Autonomous and well organized
Able to learn and adapt
Collaborates and has excellent communication and teamwork skills
Able of analytical, innovative and critical thinking
Solves complex technical problems. Proactive and solution oriented
Respect and understanding for procedures and standards
Rigorous and detail-oriented
We Offer :
Positive working atmosphere in a motivated interdisciplinary team
Multinational environment
Interested ? If you recognize yourself in the description of a dynamic Optical Engineer, send us your cover letter and resume to: