Optical Engineer, Senior

Zebra Technologies Canada, ULC; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 126,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Total Rewards program

Paid time off

Job summary

Zebra Technologies Canada, ULC seeks an experienced Optical Engineer to join the Industrial Machine Vision team in Montréal. You will contribute to developing 2D smart cameras, 3D sensors and LED illumination, with leadership potential and strong interpersonal skills.

The role requires a 4-year bachelor in Optical Science/Engineering or Physics, 6+ years in optical design and testing, and proficiency in C, Python, Linux, MATLAB and Zemax. French is a plus; English communication essential.

Qualifications

• 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Optical Science and Engineering, Physics Engineering or Physics from an accredited institution in Canada, or comparable foreign university.
• 6+ years of experience in optical design and testing.
• Experience with CMOS image sensors (CMOS/CCD) is highly preferred.
• Good programming skills in C, Python, Linux, MATLAB and Zemax.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to all phases of product development including concept generation, design, testing and implementation.
• Develop advanced models on key optical technologies.
• Provide multi-disciplinary support to production by resolving technical issues and testing designs.
• Perform system analysis and analytical modeling on current and prototype designs.
• Apply quantitative analysis to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Create engineering documentation for optical instrument design.

Skills

C programming

Python programming

Linux environment

Optical design

Interpersonal skills

Leadership potential

French language (preferred)

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Optical Science and Engineering, Physics Engineering or Physics

Equivalent Canadian or foreign degree recognized

Tools

MATLAB

Zemax

3D CAD software

Job description

Overview

At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer's and partner's needs and solve their challenges. Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve. You'll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally. Come make an impact every day at Zebra.

What We're Looking For

Nous recherchons un(e) ingénieur(e) optique expérimenté(e) et autonome, doté(e) de solides compétences interpersonnelles et d'un potentiel de leadership, qui s'épanouira dans un environnement d'équipe dynamique. Ce poste est au sein de la division Vision Industrielle (IMV), située à Montréal, QC, sous l'unité d’affaires Solutions de Capture de Données (DCS), un leader mondial dans les solutions innovantes de capture de données, d'intelligence des actifs et d'automatisation. Le/la candidat(e) débutera en tant que membre de l'équipe de développement matériel et travaillera sur le développement de nouveaux produits dans les domaines des caméras intelligentes 2D, des capteurs 3D et de l'éclairage DEL.

We are looking for a self-motivated, experienced Optical Engineer with strong interpersonal skills and leadership potential who will thrive in a dynamic team environment. This position is in the Industrial Machine Vision (IMV) division, located in, Montreal, QC, under Data Capture Solutions (DCS) business unit, a world class leader in innovative data capture, asset intelligence and automation solutions. The candidate will start as a member of the Hardware Development Team and work on new product developments in the areas of 2D smart cameras, 3D sensors, and LED illumination.

Responsibilities

• Contribuer à toutes les phases du développement de produits, y compris la génération de concepts, la conception, les tests et la mise en œuvre.
• Élaborer des modèles avancés sur les technologies optiques clés.
• Fournir un soutien multidisciplinaire à la production en résolvant les problèmes techniques associés aux composants, pièces, produits ou systèmes ; tester les conceptions nouvelles et existantes et la documentation.
• Effectuer des analyses de système et la modélisation analytique correspondante sur les conceptions actuelles et les prototypes.
• Peut appliquer une analyse quantitative pour déterminer la cause fondamentale des problèmes hautement techniques et proposer, développer et mettre en œuvre des solutions pour des mesures correctives.
• Créer la documentation d'ingénierie pour la conception d'instruments optiques.
• Innover sur les technologies optiques clés.
• Assurer le leadership dans la planification et la gestion technique des programmes liés à l'optique.
• Fournir un soutien pour la fabrication d'instruments et de produits optiques.
• Faire preuve de jugement dans le choix des méthodes et des techniques pour obtenir des solutions.
• Contributes during all phases of product development including concept generation, design, testing, and implementation.
• Builds advanced models on key optical technologies.
• Provides multi-disciplinary support to production by resolving technical issues associated with components, parts, products or systems; testing of new and existing designs and documentation.
• Performs system analysis and related analytical modeling on current and prototype designs.
• May apply quantitative analysis in determining root cause of highly technical problems and propose, develop and implement solutions for corrective action.
• Creates engineering documentation for design of optical instruments.
• Innovates on key optical technologies.
• Provides leadership on optical related planning and technical program management.
• Delivers support for manufacturing optical instruments and products.
• Exercises judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.

Qualifications

• Un baccalauréat de 4 ans en sciences et ingénierie optiques, en génie physique ou en physique d'un établissement accrédité au Canada, ou d'une université étrangère comparable.
• Plus de 6 ans d'expérience en conception et en test optique.
• Une expérience dans le fonctionnement des capteurs d'images CMOS (semi-conductor à oxyde de métal complémentaire) et CCD (dispositif à couplage de charge) est fortement souhaitée.
• Bonnes compétences en programmation en C, Python, environnement Linux, et avec les simulateurs MATLAB et Zemax.
• Connaissance pratique de la conception de caméras et de l'utilisation de logiciels de CAO 3D.
• La maîtrise du français est un atout.
• Bonnes compétences en communication et bonnes relations interpersonnelles.
• A 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Optical Science and Engineering, Physics Engineering or Physics from an accredited institution in Canada, or a comparable foreign university.
• 6 + years of experience in optical design and testing.
• Experience in COS (Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor) and CCD (Charge-Coupled Device) Image sensor operations is highly preferred.
• Good programming skills in C, Python, Linux environment, MATLAB and Zemax simulators.
• Practical knowledge in the design of cameras and use of 3D CAD software.
• Fluency in French is preferred.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Zebra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability and protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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Pay Range

$90,960.00 - $136,440.00

Annual Incentive Compensation

In addition to base pay, Zebra offers this role the opportunity to earn a performance-based annual cash incentive, at a target equal to 10% of base pay, in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

Benefits and Total Rewards

• including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings.
• We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.

Total Rewards: Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.

Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.

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Company Overview

Zebra provides the foundation for intelligent operations with an award-winning portfolio of connected frontline, asset visibility and automation solutions. Organizations globally across retail, manufacturing, transportation, logistics, healthcare, and other industries rely on us to deliver outcomes today while driving innovation for what's next. Together with our partners, we create new ways of working that improve productivity and empower organizations to be better every day. Learn more at zebra.com.