Optics & photonics engineer

AFRYs optics group is expanding and we need more consultants for our assignments!

We are looking for a specialist in optics and photonics. As a consultant in this area you will work on both inhouse assignments and assignments at our customers locations. 

Within the optics group fostering a good team spirit is crucial. Regardless of the assignment we maintain regular contact with group members. It should be easy to ask questions and you should always feel that you have colleagues to discuss things with whether within or outside your specialist area. 

You will encounter development opportunities in various areas involving applications of optical systems. These include advanced laser systems for material processing and lithography LIDAR and various types of optical sensors. You will work on classic lens design and design of lens systems such as objectives collimators and projectors. Additionally you will be involved in the design and construction of measurement and verification systems with optics optimization of lighting systems and lightguiding for electronic devices or for aesthetic and practical purposes. We also offer our clients opticsrelated courses and tailormade education or we can act as advisors in optics. 

Qualifications :

We are looking for somebody with preferably a PhD degree in optics or photonics. In addition you have experience of building and working with optical measurement setups ideally in a cleanroom will have a lot of contact with colleagues and customers which means that you need to have good knowledge of English both in speech and in writing. 

We think you may have some of the following personal characteristics: 

• An initiative taker 

• A creative mindset and a willing to learn new things 

• A problem solving and analytical attitude 

• A teamplayer with a skill for communicating results 

We are looking for someone who possesses expertise in several key areas. Ideal candidates will have experience in optical design and be proficient with Zemax or similar simulation software. A solid understanding of wave optics is essential along with skills in concept development and optical engineering. Creativity in concept development and a strong knowledge of optical and electrooptical components are also highly valued. Additionally experience from R&D and/or product development is important. 

Meritorious Experience: 

• Sensor technologies 

• Material physics 

• Lens design 

• Development of test equipment (innovative and creative) 

• Analysis instruments in life science 

• Waveguide and meta surface design 

• Optical communication 

• Fiber optics 

Additional Information :

Location:Stockholm Sweden 
Start:Immediately considering notice period 
Location:Stockholm 
Salary:By agreement. Type of employment: Permanentfulltime 

The role may be security classified and involve work within the defense industry which means you may be subject to a security clearance and background check. In such cases Swedish citizenship is required. 

Kontaktperson fr frgor:

Maja Lindqvist
Recruitment partner
 

At AFRY we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate innovate technology and embrace challenging points of view. Thats how were making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime