Aptiv

Optical Design Engineer

In short

Optical Design Engineer role at an automotive technology company, developing optical systems for ADAS and other cameras: specifications, light simulations, radiometric/photometric measurements, and vision system evaluation. Requires a Master's degree in Physics, Optics or Photonics, experience with optical component/system design and ray trace analysis software (LightTools, Zemax, Imatest), with Python/Matlab/C++ as a plus. Hybrid work in Krakow, Poland, with at least 47 remote days per year.

Your Role
•Develop and design of optical systems for automotive ADAS cameras/ other non automotive cameras.
•Preparation of optical systems specifications
•Light simulations
•Radiometric and photometric measurements at modern optical laboratory
•Evaluate vision system performance
•Create testing methodology and tools development for optical purposes (raw and ISP images)
•Support product design development, including construction of optomechanical and illuminated elements
•Review customer specifications and document requirements
•Support at validation tests as well as production process
•Design of light source focusing elements for camera systems
•Technical problem solving and design optimalization
•Contact with customers and suppliers
Your Background
•Master Degree in Physics, Optics or Photonics or similar
•Familiarity with optics, radiometry, photometry - around 2 years of experience is NICE TO HAVE but NOT MANDATORY
•Experience in design of optical components and/or systems (lens and imagers)
•Knowledge of the aberrations of optical systems
•Experience with ray trace analysis software: (LightTools, Zemax, Imatest)
•Experience with Python, Matlab, C++ is a plus
•Good verbal and written communication skills (English)
Your Benefits at Aptiv
•Private health care (Signal Iduna) and Life insurance for you and your beloved ones
•Well-Being Program that includes regular webinars, workshops, and networking events
•Hybrid work (min. 47 days/yr of remote work, flexible working hours)
•Employee Pension Plan paid by the employer (you get + 3,5% on each gross salary)
•Access to sports groups and Multisport card

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