Viavi

OptoMechanicalPhotonicsEngineer

$125–233k Ottawa, Ontario, Canada FULL TIME
The Brief

“Opto-Mechanical Photonics Engineer at Viavi. Skills: Opto-mechanical systems, Photonics, Product development, Python. Design and develop photonics products. Perform photonics and assembly-package design”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Analysis and maintenance of mechanical systems; Modifying equipment to improve cost effectiveness, reliability, and safety

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field, Experience with opto-mechanical systems and photonics packaging tools and technologies, Proven ability to design and model opto-mechanical systems, build prototypes, and transition designs into manufacturing, Experience with vendor interaction and selection, Hands-on experience with various alignment and assembly tools and equipment, and the ability to develop and set up alignment stations, Experience with software development or scripting in Python

Nice to Have

Ability to give and receive constructive criticism, 5+ years of experience in photonics product/technology development with alignment and assembly experience, 3+ years of experience with optical modeling software and CAD modeling software, Proven track record of working with multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams, Experience developing photonics products such as lasers, MEMS, EDFAs, optical switches, free-space optics, attenuators, optical spectrum analyzers, optical filters, polarimeters, optical power meters, transceivers, CPO, OFDR, and ODTR, Knowledge of modern telecommunications and fiber optic transmission technologies and data centers

What You'll Do.

Design and develop photonics products

Perform photonics and assembly-package design

Draft component drawings

Design and develop jigs and fixtures

Evaluate passive and active optical technologies

Contribute to new business development

Lead and participate in optical/system design reviews

Work with other optical designers

Interact with vendors

Source required components

Develop specifications

Establish hands-on test solutions

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with other optical designers; Interact with vendors; Work with multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams

Communication Scope

Present test data, analysis, and recommendations; Give and receive constructive criticism

Process & Methodology

Product life cycle management

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