Optical Engineer

Luxoft; Santiago de Querétaro; Presencial; MXN 600 000 - 800 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Luxoft is seeking an Automotive Lighting Optical Design Engineer in Querétaro, Mexico, to support development and optimization of headlights, taillights, and light guides. The role involves defining optical concepts, performing photometric simulations, and ensuring compliance with automotive lighting regulations.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in optical design and simulation tools, experience with LED/laser projection systems, and the ability to work with global clients within

Qualificações

• Degree in Engineering or related field with focus on optical design.
• Experience in automotive lighting optical design and simulation.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements (ECE, FMVSS/SAE) for lighting.

Responsabilidades

• Analyze customer specifications to set optical design criteria.
• Define and evaluate optical technologies for product performance.
• Design and optimize optical surfaces (reflectors, lenses, light guides).
• Perform photometric simulations using LucidShape, SPEOS or ASAP.
• Prepare technical justifications to support concept decisions.
• Collaborate with mechanical and electronics teams for integration.
• Support tolerance analysis and correlate simulations with prototypes.
• Contribute to project plans and quality requirements.

Conhecimentos

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Formação académica

Engineering degree or specialization in Optomechatronics, Physics, Mechatronics, Photonics, Mechanics, or related field

Ferramentas

CATIA V5

LucidShape

SPEOS

ASAP

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We are looking for an Automotive Lighting Optical Design Engineer to support the development and optimization of automotive lighting systems, including headlights, taillights, signal lights, light guides, and advanced projection technologies. The role involves defining optical concepts, performing photometric simulations, and ensuring compliance with automotive lighting regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in optical design and simulation tools, experience with automotive lighting technologies, and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and global clients.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer specifications to establish optical design criteria and product requirements.
• Define and evaluate optical technologies and concepts according to product performance requirements.
• Participate in interdisciplinary engineering meetings to assess the feasibility of optical concepts and their integration into the overall product design.
• Design and optimize optical surfaces, including reflectors, collimators, Fresnel lenses, and light guides.
• Perform photometric simulations using tools such as LucidShape, SPEOS, or ASAP.
• Analyze simulation results and prepare technical reports to demonstrate compliance with design requirements and applicable regulations.
• Prepare technical justifications and recommendations to support optical concept selection and design decisions.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electronic, and other engineering teams to ensure proper integration of optical components into the product.
• Support optical tolerance analysis and correlation between simulation results and physical prototypes.
• Contribute to product development activities in accordance with project plans, schedules, and quality requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or a specialization in Optomechatronics, Physics, Mechatronics, Photonics, Mechanics, or a related field.

Required Skills

• Relevant experience in optical design for the automotive industry, particularly in headlights, taillights, signal lights, light guides, or LED/laser projection systems.
• Advanced proficiency in photometric simulation tools such as LucidShape, SPEOS, or ASAP.
• Proficiency in CATIA V5 for optical surface integration and coordination with mechanical assemblies.
• Thorough knowledge of automotive lighting regulations, including ECE requirements for Europe and FMVSS 108 / SAE requirements for North America.
• Experience with LED light sources, Adaptive Driving Beam (ADB), matrix projection, and reflection/refraction systems.
• Knowledge of photometry and goniometry laboratory testing, optical tolerance analysis, and correlation between simulation results and physical prototypes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret optical simulation results and translate them into design improvements.
• Attention to detail and commitment to optical performance and product quality.
• Effective communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Ability to manage priorities and deliver technical results within project timelines.
• Proactive approach to technical challenges and continuous improvement.