Aumovio
Automotive
OpticalEngineerforHead-UpDisplays(m/f/d)
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“Optical Engineer for Head-Up Displays (m/f/d) at Aumovio. Skills: Optical system design, Head-up display systems, Optical simulation, Optical testing. Design optical systems for HUD applications. Develop optical systems for HUD applications”
Industry & Context.
Analytical skills; Problem-solving skills; Resolve optical aberrations; Resolve optical distortion; Resolve optical performance deficiencies; Diagnose optical system issues; Implement corrective actions
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Academic degree in Physics, Several years of professional experience in optical system design, Several years of professional experience in optical engineering, Proficiency with optical design software, Hands-on experience with heads-up display systems, Hands-on experience with similar optical display technologies, Solid understanding of optical principles, Proficiency with CAD software, Experience with optical testing equipment, Experience with measurement techniques, Experience with optical component integration, Experience with system-level optical performance optimization, Knowledge of optical manufacturing processes, Knowledge of tolerancing, Fluent English language skills
Nice to Have
Experience with automotive optical systems, Experience with aerospace optical systems, Familiarity with optical simulation tools, Familiarity with advanced ray tracing techniques, Fluent German language skills
What You'll Do.
Design optical systems for HUD applications
Develop optical systems for HUD applications
Conduct optical analysis
Perform ray tracing simulations
Evaluate system performance
Identify optimization opportunities
Establish optical design documentation
Maintain optical design documentation
Execute optical testing protocols
Ensure designs meet performance criteria
Ensure designs meet quality standards
Coordinate with mechanical engineering
Coordinate with product teams
Consult with Program Management
Consult with Technical Leadership
Operate precision measurement technology
Maintain precision measurement technology
Analyze optical aberrations
Analyze optical distortion
Analyze optical performance deficiencies
Resolve optical aberrations
Resolve optical distortion
Resolve optical performance deficiencies
Evaluate optical materials
Select optical materials
Evaluate optical coatings
Select optical coatings
Evaluate optical components
Select optical components
Diagnose optical system issues
Implement corrective actions
Monitor advances in optical technology
Monitor advances in display systems
Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Support prototyping activities
Support testing activities
Support validation activities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Coordinate with mechanical engineering; Coordinate with product teams; Consult with Program Management; Consult with Technical Leadership; Work effectively in cross-functional teams
Communication Scope
Present technical findings; Present results to stakeholders; Present results to customers
Process & Methodology
Manage multiple projects
Full Job Description
Since its spin-off in September 2025 AUMOVIO continues the business of the former Continental group sector Automotive as an independent company. The technology and electronics company offers a wide-ranging portfolio that makes mobility safe, exciting, connected, and autonomous. This includes sensor solutions, displays, braking and comfort systems as well as comprehensive expertise in software, architecture platforms, and assistance systems for software-defined vehicles. In the fiscal year 2024 the business areas, which now belong to AUMOVIO, generated sales of 19.6 billion Euro. The company is headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany and has about 87.000 employees in more than 100 locations worldwide. * Design and develop optical systems for head-up display applications utilizing advanced optical simulation and modeling software * Conduct rigorous optical analysis and ray tracing simulations to evaluate system performance and identify critical optimization opportunities * Establish and maintain comprehensive optical design documentation, including detailed specifications, technical drawings, and performance reports * Execute optical testing and validation protocols to ensure designs meet stringent performance criteria and quality standards * Coordinate with mechanical engineering and product teams to ensure proper integration of optical components into complete display systems * Consult with Program Management and Technical Leadership regarding new platform requirements and emerging technology acquisition needs * Present technical findings and results to internal stakeholders and external customers at national and international forums * Operate and maintain precision measurement technology and instrumentation * Analyze and resolve optical aberrations, distortion, and other optical performance deficiencies * Evaluate and select optical materials, coatings, and components based on performance specifications and cost parameters * Diagnose optical system issues and implement
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