Optoelectronics Engineer

Job Description

To support the fast-growing Optical transceiver market for high reliability applications required in Defense and Space markets, Smiths Interconnect is looking for a Optoelectronic Engineer who will oversee Optics and Electro-optics components for high density interconnect. Reporting to the Design Engineering leader, the Optoelectronic Engineer will work with the Design team and the Operation team to design, analyze, document, and support the optical transceiver products development effort throughout the product life cycle. He must possess strong analytical skills to tackle challenges in a wide range of domain such as optics, electronics, high frequency, signal integrity, opto-electronic testing and must be able to work in a multidisciplinary team to achieve results. Furthermore, he will lead projects and will work with the management team to define priorities and best course of actions to achieve project goals.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide Optoelectronic leadership for model, design, characterization, test and qualification of high speed, high density optical transceivers.
• Lead or Provide support for Optical transceiver design projects
• Define product specifications / requirements
• Model, Design, procure, build optical transceivers
• Work with process and test engineers to ensure alignment of designs with process and test capabilities.
• Source required components and work with relevant vendors.
• Support prototype builds and engineering design verification to ensure compliance to requirements.
• Work on issues of optics with other sub-systems.
• Perform Data analysis and reporting
• Design and conduct experiments as needed to support new product development efforts.
• Perform root cause failure analysis.
• Support product NPI and implementation into manufacturing.

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

The Individual

• Bachelor /Master degree in Physics, Engineering physics, Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• In-depth knowledge of guided optics physics, test methods, optoelectronics components
• Strong Leadership and strong communication skills including technical documentation, written reports and proposals, development and delivery of presentations and the ability to listen to and communicate effectively with customers and vendors.
• Demonstrated fibered Optics engineering capability in programs that encompass requirements analysis, design, production, integration, test and transition into operations.
• Knowledge in high speed signal integrity and impedance control up to 50GHz
• Highly meticulous and detail oriented to ensure that test results are valid, that sufficient documentation is provided and that issues are resolved efficiently.
• Dynamic project management skills, adaptive to fast-paced, creative start-up working environment
• Self-motivated, strong time management skills in order to reliably deliver solutions within budget and tight timelines to meet customer’s expectations
• Programming knowledge (Python), embedded system.

About Smiths

At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 14,600 colleagues, based in 50+ countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers’ operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with a 170+ year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field.

About Smiths Interconnect

Smiths Interconnect is a leading provider of technically differentiated electronic components, subsystems, microwave and radio frequency products that ensure high speed, secure connectivity of critical applications in the defence, aerospace, communications and industrial markets. Our microwave technology is used in radar, communication and surveillance systems that are mission-critical and operate in extreme environments in aerospace and defence. Our microwave components and connectors ensure optimal performance, durability and safety of space satellites. Our semi-conductor test products are used to test highly sophisticated semi-conductors and electronic circuits in communication systems, gaming products and computing devices. Our in-flight antenna systems give passengers internet connectivity gate-to-gate on planes around the world. Our connector and cable solutions ensure reliability of critical medical equipment, and safe operation of trains and transport systems.One of five divisions of Smiths Group, Smiths Interconnect employs over 2000 people. We have a global presence selling our products in over 50 countries with manufacturing facilities in nine countries and offices across North America, Europe and Asia.