Staff/Senior Photonics Design Engineer

Platform&Co Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company in Singapore is seeking a Staff/Senior Photonics Design Engineer to design and optimize advanced optical systems. The role requires a deep understanding of photonics design, proficiency in design software, and strong problem-solving skills. Candidates should possess a relevant Ph.D., Master's, or Bachelor's degree, combined with collaborative engineering experience.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of optical and photonic system design principles.
• Experience in tolerance analysis, aberration correction, and stray light mitigation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimise advanced optical and photonic systems.
• Perform ray tracing, wavefront, and tolerance analyses.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.

Skills

Optical system design principles

Zemax

CODE V

FRED

LightTools

OSLO

MATLAB

Python

Tolerance analysis

Aberration correction

Stray light mitigation

Education

Ph.D. in Optics, Photonics, or related discipline

Masters degree in Optics, Photonics, or related discipline

Bachelors degree in Optics, Photonics, or related discipline

Job description

Job Title: Staff / Senior Photonics Design Engineer

Our client is a global technology company specializing in advanced semiconductor and microelectronic solutions that enable next-generation semiconductor manufacturing and photonic devices. Their teams work at the intersection of research and engineering, developing innovative semiconductor and photonic systems that drive next-generation devices. They are currently seeking a Staff/Senior Photonics Engineer to join their team in Singapore.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and optimise advanced optical and photonic systems, including lenses, beam splitters, mirrors, and imaging assemblies.
• Perform ray tracing, wavefront, and tolerance analyses to ensure system performance and manufacturability.
• Evaluate imaging performance, aberrations, focal characteristics, and stray light behavior.
• Contribute to the design, prototyping, and testing of optical components and subsystems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate optical systems into complex instruments or devices.
• Generate technical documentation, design specifications, and performance reports.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Deep understanding of optical and photonic system design principles.
• Proficiency with design and simulation software (Zemax, CODE V, FRED, LightTools, OSLO, or equivalent).
• Experience in tolerance analysis, aberration correction, and stray light mitigation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; familiarity with MATLAB, Python, or similar analysis tools.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across mechanical, electrical, and software disciplines.

Education / Experience

• Ph.D., Masters, or Bachelors degree in Optics, Photonics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline with relevant experience in optical design.