Optical Engineer

Euraxess; España; Hybrid; PHP 4,000,000 - 5,455,000; Full time

Job summary

ARQUIMEA is seeking an Optical Engineer to join ARQUIMEA Research Center (ARC). You will design and integrate precision optical systems for next-generation long-range observation, working with a multidisciplinary team on sensing and vision projects.

We value hands-on prototyping, strong simulation skills, and experience with optical tolerancing, thermal effects, and environmental testing. English proficiency is essential; Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• BS, MSc or PhD in Optical Engineering, Physics, Optomechanical Engineering, or industry experience equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in optical or optomechanical system design.
• Proven track record with long-range optical systems, zoom optics, or beam-splitting architectures is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Drive requirement definition, design, simulation, and optimization of complex optical systems for computer vision devices.
• Develop robust Monte Carlo optical models to analyze system performance under real-world tolerances, misalignments, and manufacturing variations.
• Perform stray light analysis and suppression strategies to ensure high image contrast and system reliability in outdoor or high-glare environments.
• Analyse and contribute to optomechanical assemblies that maintain alignment and performance across thermal gradients, vibrations, and structural loads.
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of mechanical, electronic, control, and computer vision engineers to co-develop system architecture and integration.
• Conduct optical tolerancing and contribute to thermal and structural FEA for integrated design decisions.
• Participate in component selection, supplier engagement, and assembly procedures for custom optical systems.
• Understand and manage uncertainty: picking the right tools to perform analyses and create models, in order to define appropriate requirements.
• Read and understand relevant research papers
• Author clear and comprehensive documentation.
• Participate in agile planning meetings and contribute to the agile-based work management tools.

Skills

Optical engineering design

Optical simulation tools

Tolerance & thermal analysis

Beam-splitting architectures

Agile documentation

English communication

Education

BS/MSc/PhD in Optical Engineering, Physics, or Optomechanical Engineering

Tools

Zemax/OpticStudio

TracePro

Job description

Organisation/Company ARQUIMEA RESEARCH CENTER Research Field Other Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Application Deadline 31 Dec 2026 - 22:59 (UTC) Country Spain Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? NextGenerationEU Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

ARQUIMEA , we are a technology company operating globally and providing innovate solutions and products in highly demanding sectors.

Our areas of activity are Aerospace, Defense & Security, Big Science, Biotechnology and Fintech.

AtARQUIMEA Research Center (ARC), part of ARQUIMEA , we push the boundaries of sensing and vision systems. Our multidisciplinary research team specializes in cutting-edge solutions for robotics, defense, aerospace, and industrial monitoring applications.

We are currently seeking a passionate and skilled Optical Engineer to join a high-impact team focused on developing a next-generation long-range observation system.

The scope of this position would be to design and integrate a precision optical systems which might include some of the following characteristics:

• High-performance variable magnification while maintaining focus.
• Beam-splitting systems to enable simultaneous sensing across different channels simultanously

The systems will be deployed in complex real-world environments and must meet demanding performance, environmental, and reliability requirements.

Main Responsibilities:

• Drive requirement definition, design, simulation, and optimization of complex optical systems for computer vision devices.
• Develop robust Monte Carlo optical models to analyze system performance under real-world tolerances, misalignments, and manufacturing variations.
• Perform stray light analysis and suppression strategies to ensure high image contrast and system reliability in outdoor or high-glare environments.
• Analyse and contribute to optomechanical assemblies that maintain alignment and performance across thermal gradients, vibrations, and structural loads.
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of mechanical, electronic, control, and computer vision engineers to co-develop system architecture and integration.
• Conduct optical tolerancing and contribute to thermal and structural FEA for integrated design decisions.
• Participate in component selection, supplier engagement, and assembly procedures for custom optical systems.
• Understand and manage uncertainty: picking the right tools to perform analyses and create models, in order to define appropriate requirements.
• Read and understand relevant research papers
• Author clear and comprehensive documentation.
• Participate in agile planning meetings and contribute to the agile-based work management tools.
  

Required skills, experience and candidate profile:

• BS, MSc or PhD in Optical Engineering, Physics, Optomechanical Engineering, or industry experience equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in optical or optomechanical system design.
• Proven track record with long-range optical systems, zoom optics, or beam-splitting architectures is desirable.
• Proficiency with optical simulation tools such as Zemax/OpticStudio, TracePro.
• Strong understanding of mechanical tolerances, thermal expansion, and structural stability in optical assemblies.
• Familiarity with SWIR/MWIR/LWIR sensors and spectral system design.Hands-on prototyping or testing in environmental chambers.

Additionally, we will also value experience in the following areas:

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• You must enjoy working in a research-oriented environment.
• Data-driven, analytical mindset. Open to challenges.
• Excellent written, verbal and communication skills focused on teamwork and collaboration
• Proficient in English, both oral and written. Spanish is a plus.
• We are also looking for a good person, someone who thrives working in multidisciplinary and ever-changing environments.
• The candidate must be eligible to work in the EU.
  

Think Big, Do the Job & Enjoy Life

At ARQUIMEA, we value diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other protected factors by law. All candidates will be considered equally based on their skills and experience