Optical Engineer Intern

Koch•Fremont, CA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Optical Engineer Intern to support the development and improvement of optical processes for the alignment, assembly, integration, calibration and testing of optical switching system in Fremont, CA. This internship provides hands-on experience applying optical knowledge to real-world optical products and engineering challenges. The intern will work under the guidance of engineers and managers and collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in optics, photonics, physics, and electrical engineering with optical orientations
Solid understanding of optics and photonics principles
Familiar with fiber optics, optical components, and optical modules
Familiar with Design of Experiments (DOE) and experimental data analysis
Strong analytical thinking, curiosity, and problem-solving skills
Self-motivated, proactive, and enthusiastic about contributing in a collaborative R&D environment

Nice To Haves

Currently pursuing a Ph.D. degree in optics, physics or related technical discipline
Experience with fiber-optic components, system, and testing setups
Experience with optical alignment station and optical testing instruments
Strong programming and data-analysis skills using Python
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Bilingual with Mandarin

Responsibilities

Contribute to the development, validation, and continuous improvement of optical system alignment, assembly, integration, calibration and testing processes
Design and conduct optical DOE to support optical performance verification, process optimization, and troubleshooting
Support optical system characterization and troubleshooting using laboratory test equipment.
Analyze experimental data and perform root cause analysis and failure mode
Document experimental methods, analysis, results, and conclusions following internal engineering practices