Full-Time Optical Engineer Role
Location
ottawa, on
Job Type
Full-time
Category
Engineering
Posted
June 08, 2026
Explore a full-time Optical Design Engineer position in Ottawa, specializing in the development of advanced optical devices. Bring optical design experience and innovative thinking to the forefront.
In this role, you will collaborate with mechanical and fabrication teams while focusing on high-precision optical systems like Wavelength Selective Switches. Candidates should have a Master’s or PhD along with 2–4 years in optical engineering, emphasizing practical problem-solving and hands-on experimentation.
Key Responsibilities:
• Design Optical Channel Monitors and Amplifiers
• Implement alignment strategies for optical systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams
• Conduct optical testing and system validations
• Use Ansys Zemax for optical performance optimization
Requirements:
• Education: Master’s or PhD in Optics, Photonics, or similar
• Experience: 2–4 years in optical design and test...
In this role, you will collaborate with mechanical and fabrication teams while focusing on high-precision optical systems like Wavelength Selective Switches. Candidates should have a Master’s or PhD along with 2–4 years in optical engineering, emphasizing practical problem-solving and hands-on experimentation.
Key Responsibilities:
• Design Optical Channel Monitors and Amplifiers
• Implement alignment strategies for optical systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams
• Conduct optical testing and system validations
• Use Ansys Zemax for optical performance optimization
Requirements:
• Education: Master’s or PhD in Optics, Photonics, or similar
• Experience: 2–4 years in optical design and test...