Optical Engineer

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Team Size: 3 | Reports to: Tim van Leent  

Visa Requirements: You have an EU passport or can travel to the EU, UK and USA

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As an Optical Engineer, your primary focus will encompass the design, simulation, and testing of high-power optical setups employed for laser ablation. Key items you will be investigating are:  

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1. Can/should we increase our depth of focus and implementation strategies.

2. Methods to mitigate thermal influences

3. Exploring techniques for measuring the focus position of the ablation laser while driving 60mph+

4. Improvements in laser safety

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You will be enhancing the reliability and effectiveness of the LaserTrain systems, and will be actively involved in the installation, testing, and maintenance of the systems. This involves visiting clients in the US/EU for up to two months each year.

• Collaborating directly with our lead developers and CTO.

• Designing, simulating, building, and characterizing optical assemblies for high-power lasers.

• Work with the mechanical team to develop optical packaging.

• Conducting quality control for optical systems.

• Provide essential support for future certification processes for EU LaserTrain models, particularly regarding laser safety.

• Own the installation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of LaserTrain systems at our clients (USA/EU) during the autumn.

• Completed a technical education in Physics, Photonics, or similar.  

• Comfortable solving optical engineering challenges independently.

• Experience with optical simulations, particularly with tools like Zemax.

• Proficiency in automating test and measurement setups.

• Programming experience, especially with languages such as Python, MATLAB, or LabView.

• Familiarity with multi-kilowatt laser systems is a definite advantage.

• Knowledge of systems-engineering and certification processes is a pro.

• Ability to articulate solutions to team members outside of your field.

• Clear and effective communication skills in English; French is an advantage.