Optical Engineer

Roles and Responsibilities:

Optical Design & Development

• Participate to design, simulate, and develop optical circuits, modules, and systems for SICK products, including sensors and industrial solutions.
• Perform optical modeling and analysis (e.g., ray tracing, tolerancing, stray light analysis) to ensure optimal performance and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (electronics, mechanical, firmware) to integrate optical subsystems into complete product designs.

Verification, Testing & Validation

• Define and support to execute optical test plans, procedures, and validation protocols to verify product performance against specifications.
• Analyze measurement data and ensure compliance with quality, reliability, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for design or process issues.