Optical Engineer
- Lead the New Project Development team
- Oversee the laser and component technicians.
- Characterize and Test : Characterize fiber laser components and systems, and conduct reliability testing to ensure performance and durability.
- Software Analysis : Analyze optical systems using Zemax or RP Photonics to optimize design and functionality.
- Optical Testing : Perform optical tests using equipment such as optical spectrum analyzers (OSAs), oscilloscopes, power meters, M2 test set, and beam profilers to measure system performance.
- Vendor Interaction : Conduct technical interactions with vendors for optical, electrical, and mechanical components, ensuring specifications and quality standards are met.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams to integrate and validate laser systems.
- Experimentation and Analysis : Design and conduct experiments, perform detailed data analysis, and troubleshoot product defects to improve system reliability and performance.
- Documentation : Develop and maintain detailed engineering documentation, including qualification plans, validation reports, component specifications/drawings, RMA reports, test procedures, and work instructions.
- Production Support : Coordinate with production personnel during manufacturing transfer, provide technical support, and ensure smooth transition from development to production.
- Hands-On Troubleshooting : Perform hands-on troubleshooting for various laser and fiber laser architectures and their optical components to resolve technical issues.
- Supplier Support : Provide technical support to suppliers, conduct vendor audits, and ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Design Evaluation : Evaluate new product designs, assess design changes for manufacturability (DFM/DFA), and analyze cost impacts to optimize production efficiency.
- Process Improvement : Develop and implement procedures for manufacturing cells, improve manufacturing processes, and utilize ERP software to streamline process flow and enhance product performance.
- Experience with resonant-cavity or MoPA fiber laser designs.
- Understanding nonlinear effects and gain dynamics in fiber laser system.
- Knowledge of packaging and reliability standards for medical or industrial laser systems.
- Capability to work independently in a fast-paced R&D environment.
- Experience with laser modeling and diagnostic tools (e.g., Liekki, ZeMax, RP Fiber Power, Optical Spectrum Analyzers, Oscilloscopes).
- Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- A Master's or Ph.D. degree is preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience developing fiber laser systems.
- Strong expertise in fiber preparation and splicing, especially for large-mode-area and structured fibers.
- Demonstrated ability to create and optimize custom fiber splicing programs on platforms such as Fujikura, Fitel, Vytran, or similar systems.
- Familiarity with Fiber Laser behavior, back-reflection sensitivity, and optical system integration.
- Demonstrated experience in leading projects and managing cross-functional teams.
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