Focused Energy (focused-energy.co)

Optical Engineer (f/m/d)

Darmstadt, DE

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 22 days ago

Product ManagementMechanical DesignCommunicationProblem Solving

About the role

NeoLyte's technology is transforming critical areas such as nuclear waste analysis, contraband detection, infrastructure inspection, and medical isotope production.
Our multidisciplinary team brings together experts in laser and plasma physics, engineering, and AI.
Join us to shape this deep-tech venture from the ground up.

Design and specify concept and detailed designs for complex optical systems, aligned with functional and performance requirements.
Lead the integration of optical components with mechanical, electrical, and software subsystems, ensuring seamless product functionality.
Develop and implement qualification and validation test plans to verify optical system performance and reliability.
Innovate and push the boundaries of optical technology by researching and developing novel optical concepts and solutions.
Identify and align critical suppliers to realise optics design into functional hardware.
Participate actively in design reviews, ensuring manufacturability and adherence to regulatory and quality standards.
Collaborate within multidiscipline scientific and engineering teams to find pragmatic engineering solutions towards the project objectives.
Expertise in Optical Design: A very good knowledge of optical design principles, materials, coatings, and testing methods. Demonstrated experience in ultra-short pulse laser systems (fs or ps-regime) is highly desirable.
Simulation Skills: Substantial experience in simulating optical designs and components (preferably ZEMAX). Experience in opto-thermal mechanical design simulation is a significant advantage.
Precision Opto-Mechanical Design: Solid knowledge of opto-mechanical design principles to support integration efforts.

At least three years of experience designing and developing advanced optical systems, preferably including high-power laser systems.
Demonstrated experience in ultra-short pulse laser systems (fs or ps-regime) is highly desirable.
Hands-on Experience: At least three years of experience designing and developing advanced optical systems, preferably including high-power laser systems.

Proactive communicator with the ability to clearly present complex optical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
Ready to revolutionize inspection, safety, and advanced science?
Focused Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment.
Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, benefits.
A good understanding of photonics components, their specifications and integration in advanced high powered laser optical systems.
Experience of optomechanical MAIT and interaction with optical component suppliers is highly desirable.
Analytical and Problem-Solving
Communication

Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Our dual-mode LDRS platform integrates MeV X-rays and fast neutrons within a single, modular system, enabling real-time, non-destructive inspection of even the most complex and shielded materials.

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