Optical Design Engineer - High-Power SBC Systems

Ibsen Photonics A/S; Farum; On-site; DKK 373,134 - 597,015; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive work environment

Fast decision-making

Healthy work-life balance

Job summary

A leading optical technology company in Farum, Denmark is seeking an Optical Design Engineer to develop cutting-edge SBC systems for high-power lasers. Candidates should have a PhD in relevant fields and hands-on experience with optical systems. This role demands creativity and independence, alongside collaboration in a fast-paced environment. Join a culture that values innovation and offers a balance between professional challenges and personal wellness.

Qualifications

• Proactive problem-solver thriving in a build-test-learn environment.
• Deep understanding of Gaussian optics and thermal laser effects.
• Experience in iterative design, experiment, and optimisation processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop compact SBC modules while considering thermal and mechanical constraints.
• Drive performance by refining optical alignment and stability.
• Use diagnostics to maintain beam quality during power scaling.
• Source components and manage transition from prototypes to scalable designs.
• Collaborate with internal teams and international partners.

Skills

Hands on experience with (high‑power) fibre and free‑space optical systems

Understanding of SBC and CBC beam combining techniques

Beam quality measurement and analysis

Mechanical design of low‑tolerance devices

Independent project management

Collaborative mindset

Education

PhD or Postdoc in Optics, Photonics, Laser Physics, or related field

Tools

Optical simulation tools (e.g., Zemax)

Mechanical CAD

Job description

A leading optical technology company in Farum, Denmark is seeking an Optical Design Engineer to develop cutting-edge SBC systems for high-power lasers. Candidates should have a PhD in relevant fields and hands-on experience with optical systems. This role demands creativity and independence, alongside collaboration in a fast-paced environment. Join a culture that values innovation and offers a balance between professional challenges and personal wellness.