| Job Description | Optics Development
We are at the forefront of image quality for the camera work at Pelican Imaging. Poor image in ? poor image out, this is especially relevant in the exciting field of computational imaging. It is our priority to understand and quantify the impact of the lens quality on system performance. We ensure that all subsequent image processing steps, which are at the core of Pelican’s computational array camera, command and produce the best possible input image. We work closely with our partners to improve performance and yield, evaluate alternative optics technologies, and innovate.
Optical Systems Design Engineer (Optics01)
Pelican Imaging is building the next leapfrog technology in computational imaging - with the potential to change every camera in the world.
The Optical Systems Design Engineer will work on the design and development of Pelican Imaging’s next generation lens modules for our cutting edge array camera technology. You will collaborate with our team of expert imaging engineers to define and validate optics-related system and architecture aspects, translate into solid opto-mechanical specifications and/or reference designs, and ensure their manufacturability. You will be instrumental in guiding our external optics manufacturing and camera module integration partners, regarding manufacturing of Pelican Imaging Array Cameras.
This is a full-time position reporting to the Director of Optics, located in Jena (Germany).
Responsibilities
•Generate optical benchmark designs for different applications, also taking into account realistic tolerance budgets, yield modeling and screening limit estimation
•Support Pelican’s proprietary image simulation pipeline
•Specify / document requirements, implementation plans and results
•Manage / control our lens suppliers and camera module integration partners
•Scout for novel optics manufacturing technologies suitable for the application to array cameras, broaden Pelican’s IP portfolio in the array camera space
•Optical characterization of lens- and or camera modules to close the loop to the lens design process
Requirements
•PhD/MS Physics, Optical Engineering or equivalent
•5+ years experience in developing micro-optical systems particularly for imaging applications
•Strongly skilled in Zemax, Code V and/or other optical design programs, MC-tolerancing, Matlab
•Experience with high volume, mass production of optical components for mobile phone camera modules and preferably camera module integration technologies
•Familiarity with the optical characterization of lens- and camera modules
•A background in wafer level optics technology is a plus
•Experience in managing suppliers and contractors
•Proven track record in project management
•Strong communication skills with an emphasis on specification writing, development planning and results analysis/reporting
•Ability to travel internationally on a frequent basis
Benefits at Pelican Imaging
Pelican Imaging offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our health care plans are designed to meet the needs of a diverse workforce. Our package includes:
Medical Plan (with generous company participation)
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Account Plan
• Company-paid Group Term Life Insurance
• Company-paid Long Term Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Paid vacation program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Credit Union Membership
Optional Benefits – offered but not covered by Pelican
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Dependent Group Life Insurance
• Group Legal
• Group Homeowners and Auto Insurance |
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