Optical Design and Innovation Co-op

Its fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what theyre doing!
Were committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

If you like wild growth and working with happy enthusiastic over-achievers youll enjoy your career with us!

Lumentum Canada was awarded the 2022 National Capital Regions Top Employers for the 6th consecutive year and the 2022 Career Directory Canadas Best Employers for Recent Graduates for the 5th consecutive year.

Position Title: Optical Design and Innovation Co-op

Employment Type: Student Co-op existing vacancy

Location: Ottawa ON Onsite

About Lumentum

At Lumentum were building the tech behind the worlds fastest networks and most advanced systems. Our optical and photonic solutions power everything from AI and cloud computing to data centers telecom and advanced manufacturing.

Were a global team of innovators working where light meets technology solving big challenges that keep the world connected and moving forward. If shaping the future of connectivity excites you youll fit right in.

Why Youll Love This Role

Work with expert optical designers contributing to industry-leading WSS (Wavelength Selective Switch) and OCS (Optical Circuit Switch) products widely used in fiber optic transmission networks and AI datacenters.

What Youll Be Doing

• Lab testing of a new MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) mirror array.
• Create an automated macro to convert Zemax OpticStudio design files from Sequential Mode to Non-Sequential Mode. Zemax OpticStudio includes tools for doing this conversion but the built-in tools produce many errors for the complex 3D optical designs used by Lumentum. We have identified what we believe will be a robust method for converting design files but we need a skilled programmer with good 3D spatial analysis capabilities to implement the method.
• Other tasks related to Optical Design that may arise.
• Preference for 8 or 12 month term.

What Were Looking For

Education:
Applicants should be in a degree program in Physics Engineering Physics Electrical Engineering or a related field. At least one completed course in Optics would be an asset.

Experience:
Computer programming experience either in course work or extra-curricular activities. Experience using optical ray-tracing software such as Zemax OpticStudio would be an asset.

Skills:

• Ability to write and debug complex computer programs.
• Ability to understand and use sensitive lab equipment.
• Ability to learn new concepts communicate results and generate new ideas.

Perks Youll Love

• Free parking
• Free gym
• Cafeteria with subsidized meals and free coffee/tea
• Prayer room
• Games room

The Opportunity:

• Pay Range: $24-35/hr
• 8 or 12 month work term starting September 2026

Candidates must be eligible to complete a background check as part of the hiring process

Join a Team Thats Shaping the Future

At Lumentum were more than just a workplacewere a launchpad for creativity and innovation. Were committed to celebrating your unique talents and helping you grow. Our guiding principlesInnovate Engage Deliver Excel and Winarent just words; theyre the heart of what we do.

Lets Build a Brighter Future Together!

Were committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process. Your uniqueness makes us stronger sparks creativity and drives our success.

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Join usyour future starts here!