Optical Engineer Co-op: Build the Future of Photonics

Lumentum Operations LLC; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Free gym

Cafeteria with subsidized meals and a0

Prayer room

Games room

Job summary

Lumentum Ottawa is offering a 16-month student co‑op in Optical Engineering starting May 2027. The role provides hands-on lab experience with fiber optic tools, exposure to optical design and simulation software, and collaboration with senior engineers on high-impact projects.

Ideal candidates are in 3rd year of an Engineering program with knowledge of Gaussian beam theory, polarization, and optics fundamentals, and a strong willingness to learn. Onsite position with a competitive pay range.

Qualifications

• Education: 3rd year of an Engineering program (e.g., Electrical, Physics, Photonics, or related field).
• Working knowledge of Gaussian beam theory, polarization, and optics fundamentals.
• Basic lab experience and willingness to learn new techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance optical design and simulation tools for ongoing research and projects.
• Characterize and test fiber optics, measure performance, and analyze results for quality.
• Assemble and align optical modules with precision in lab settings.
• Design and build optical test setups and DOE simulations.
• Run optical simulations to explore next-generation technologies.

Skills

Gaussian beam theory

Polarization

Optics fundamentals

Lab experience

Education

3rd year Engineering program

Tools

Zemax

Job description

Lumentum Ottawa is offering a 16-month student co‑op in Optical Engineering starting May 2027. The role provides hands-on lab experience with fiber optic tools, exposure to optical design and simulation software, and collaboration with senior engineers on high-impact projects.

Ideal candidates are in 3rd year of an Engineering program with knowledge of Gaussian beam theory, polarization, and optics fundamentals, and a strong willingness to learn. Onsite position with a competitive pay range.