Aumovio

Automotive

OpticalEngineerforHead-UpDisplays(m/f/d)

€65–85k ~AI est. Babenhausen, Hesse, Germany FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“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.

Automotive
Problems you'll solve

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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