Opto-Mechanical Photonics Engineer

VIAVI Solutions•Ottawa, ON

1d•CA$125,300 - CA$232,700

About The Position

Our team develops optical test and measurement equipment for research labs and manufacturing facilities. We are looking for an opto-mechanical engineer with experience across a broad spectrum of optical components, modules, systems, and technologies. The candidate is expected to have a strong background using optical and mechanical design tools for prototyping, modeling, and simulation, with experience in automation and optical analysis tools. The ideal candidate will have experience across the complete product life cycle: concept, research, development, and new product introduction. In addition, customer interaction, technology roadmap development, and standards body activities will be required.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience with opto-mechanical systems and photonics packaging tools and technologies.
Proven ability to design and model opto-mechanical systems, build prototypes, and transition designs into manufacturing.
Experience with design for quality (DfQ).
Experience with vendor interaction and selection.
Hands-on experience with various alignment and assembly tools and equipment, and the ability to develop and set up alignment stations.
Experience with software development or scripting in Python.

Nice To Haves

Ability to give and receive constructive criticism.
5+ years of experience in photonics product/technology development with strong alignment and assembly experience.
3+ years of experience with optical modeling software and CAD modeling software
Proven track record of working with multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams.
Experience developing photonics products such as lasers, MEMS, EDFAs, optical switches, free-space optics, attenuators, optical spectrum analyzers, optical filters, polarimeters, optical power meters, transceivers, CPO, OFDR, and ODTR.
Knowledge of modern telecommunications and fiber optic transmission technologies and data centers.

Responsibilities

Design and develop photonics products to be used in Viavi’s test equipment portfolio.
Perform photonics and assembly-package design, including drafting component drawings, prototyping, and assembly.
Design and develop related jigs and fixtures for photonics alignment and assembly.
Evaluate passive and active optical technologies and packaging solutions, propose concepts, and contribute to new business development, including product life cycle management.
Present test data, analysis, and recommendations to other R&D teams for discussion and feedback.
Lead and participate in optical/system design reviews.
Work with other optical designers in the R&D groups to establish efficiencies through tool selection/consolidation and training.
Interact with vendors and source required components for new products.
Develop specifications and testing requirements and establish hands-on test solutions.