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Lead Optical Engineer
ASSA ABLOY Opening SolutionsLead Optical Engineer designing and testing biometric imaging and illumination systems for HID’s trusted identity products. Collaborating across engineering teams and supporting manufacturing of new devices.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in optical imaging system design and testing, with a strong foundation in geometrical optics and proficiency in Zemax software. Capable of collaborating across multidisciplinary teams and providing technical support while ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Optical Imaging System DesignZemax Optical Design SoftwareOptical Sensor ExperienceTechnical Report PreparationCollaboration with Multidisciplinary Teams
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Hard Skills
Geometrical OpticsOptical DesignOptical Sensor TestingPrototype DevelopmentPerformance TestingIllumination DesignTroubleshooting Optical IssuesProduction TolerancingTechnical Specification AnalysisCOTS Component Testing
Soft Skills
Technical CommunicationCustomer LiaisonExpert Advice ProvisionCollaborationSupervision of Suppliers
Tools & Technologies
CMOS SensorsCCD SensorsLEDsLaser DiodesOptical BreadboardsBrassboards
Industry Keywords
Biometric Identification SystemsManufacturing EngineeringQuality ComplianceEnvironmental SystemsSafety Standards
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Design and test optical imaging systems for biometric identification systems
- Analyze and specify production tolerances
- Communicate technical specifications with customers and suppliers globally
- Identify, order, and test samples of COTS components
- Provide technical and expert support and contribute to project planning
- Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and software development teams on measurement methods, programming, optical/electrical/mechanical design, sensor selection, and illumination
- Contribute to product development and research projects
- Support industrialization and manufacturing engineering when bringing designs to production
- Liaise with and supervise external suppliers on technical subjects
- Prototype and test optical imaging and illumination designs
- Optimize and troubleshoot performance testing, validation, and production processes
- Troubleshoot optical issues in manufacturing processes
- Prepare clear and comprehensive technical reports
- Provide expert advice to other optical engineers and multidisciplinary teams
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor or Master degree in applied physics, optical design, optics, mechanical engineering, precision mechanics, or a relevant discipline
- Past experience in a similar position
- Knowledge of geometrical optics and physics
- Knowledge of Zemax optical design software and its macro language for design and tolerancing
- Working experience with optical sensors such as CMOS and CCD
- Experience with semiconductor illumination, including LEDs and laser diodes
- Hands-on experience designing, assembling, and testing optical breadboards, brassboards, and prototypes
- Ability to provide expert advice and liaise on technical matters with teams, customers, and subcontractors
- Ability to create clear and comprehensive technical reports
- Ability to communicate and liaise with customers, external suppliers, and subcontractors
- Compliance with relevant HID Global policies and procedures concerning Quality, Security, Safety, Business Continuity, and Environmental systems
- Travel and fieldwork, including possible international travel
- Must possess or be able to acquire a valid passport
- Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which hired
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive salary and rewards package
- Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance
- Vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture
- Extensive career development opportunities and resources
- Flexible work environment
- Learning and enhancing expertise as part of a global team
- Flexible work arrangements
- Job sharing or part-time work opportunities
- Regular feedback, training, and development opportunities
- Global organization and international career opportunities
- Workplace culture focused on trust, collaboration, and inclusivity