Principal Engineer - Optical Design (Display and HOE)

Leitung von Forschung, Design, Test und Integration optischer Systeme

Imaging * Holography * HUD * Optical Engineering * HOE

About Our Client

Our client's R&D center is focused on developing cutting-edge optical technologies in Jena.

Role of Principal Engineer - Optical Design (Display and HOE) is opened both in Jena or Munich office.

Job Description

Scope of the Principal Engineer - Optical Design (Display and HOE) :

Conduct advanced research and design in wave-optics for HOEs and/or metasurfaces. Translate application requirements into design solutions, simulations, and prototypes. Develop proof-of-concept systems and support prototyping efforts. Stay up to date with emerging technologies and trends in optics and automotive applications. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and external partners to drive innovation and meet business goals. Present and communicate design concepts and innovations to R&D executive board and internal stakeholders.

Technology Applications / Use Cases

• Windshield-integrated holographic lenses
• Flat meta-lenses for compact LiDAR systems
• Optical beam shaping and polarization control
• Miniaturized optical modules for vehicle integration

The Successful Applicant

Ideal Achievements made by the Principal Engineer - Optical Design (Display and HOE) :

Experience: 10+ years in wave-optics or geometric optics design, with a strong track record in HOEs or metasurfaces.

Education: Ph.D. in optics, photonics, physics, or a related field.

Technical Skills

Deep theoretical knowledge in wave optics; solid understanding of geometric optics. Nice to have expertise in : Coputer Generated Holograms (CGH), Design of RGB HOEs, refractive/diffractive microlenses, athermalisation of meta surfaces, design in visible-spectrum
Proficiency in optical design and simulation tools such as VirtualLab, FDTD, COMSOL, Zemax, LightTools, CodeV. Programming experience in Python and/or MATLAB is a strong plus.

Soft Skills

Excellent communication skills in English.
Skills for pitching, presenting to C-levels stakeholders from business or research, internal or client side. Enthusiastic about working in a collaborative, international environment.

What's on Offer

Attractive salary package with bonus scheme
Flexible working hours for a balanced work-life
Participation in company success and stock programs
Diverse career paths and training opportunities
High level of autonomy and independence in role development
Direct reporting line to the Head of Optical Systems in Jena, with interaction at C-level stakeholder level

Contact: Charly Ble

Quote job ref: JN-092025-6839833