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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Senior · 5+ years
- Minimum education
- Master’s degree
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Not Applicable
- Application method
- Direct apply is available
Job summary
Design and build custom laser systems and modules, model and optimize optical systems in Zemax, and design photonic components. Align and characterize photonic assemblies, validate optical components, prepare technical documentation, source components and test equipment, and prototype opto-electronic assemblies.
Job details
Optical Design Engineer Company Overview World Star Tech is a leading manufacturer of laser systems for biomedical, instrumentation, and machine vision applications. Based in Markham, our modern facility is home to a dynamic team working on cutting-edge photonics technology. We are currently seeking an Optical Design Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is creative, technically skilled, and has a strong background in optical modeling and component design, along with hands-on experience building laser systems. If you enjoy solving complex engineering challenges and bringing advanced laser systems to life, we'd love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Design and build custom laser systems and modules. Model and optimize optical systems in Zemax. Design active and passive photonic components. Perform precision optical alignment of complex photonic assemblies. Conduct measurement, characterization, and validation of optical components. Prepare detailed technical documentation, including inspection reports, test plans, and results. Source components and specialized test equipment. Rapidly prototype opto-electronic assemblies to support product development. Qualifications Master's or PhD degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related field. Experience modeling optical systems in Zemax. Experience designing passive and active photonic components. Experience handling and characterizing photonic assemblies (lasers, detectors, etc.). Proficient with small, sensitive optical component alignment techniques. Experience using AutoCAD. Strong oral and written communication skills in English. Legally eligible to work in Canada. What We Offer The opportunity to work with a dynamic, ambitious team. Competitive compensation, health, and medical benefits. Access to a state-of-the-art lab and engineering tools. The ability to make a visible impact and contribute meaningfully to company growth. An on-site basketball court and gym.
What you’ll do
Design and build custom laser systems and modules, model and optimize optical systems in Zemax, and design photonic components. Align and characterize photonic assemblies, validate optical components, prepare technical documentation, source components and test equipment, and prototype opto-electronic assemblies.
Requirements
Requires a master's or PhD degree in engineering, physics, or a related field, with experience in Zemax optical modeling, photonic component design, and handling and characterizing photonic assemblies. Candidates should be proficient in precision alignment of small, sensitive optical components, have AutoCAD experience and strong English communication skills, and be legally eligible to work in Canada.
Benefits
- Health Benefits
- Medical Benefits
- Access to a State-of-the-Art Lab and Engineering Tools
- On-Site Basketball Court and Gym
Listed skills
- Technical Documentation · Preferred
- AutoCAD · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Optical System Modeling
- Zemax
- Optical Design
- Active and Passive Photonic Component Design
- Laser System Design and Assembly
- Precision Optical Alignment
- Optical Measurement and Characterization
- Optical Component Validation
- AutoCAD
- Opto-Electronic Prototyping
- Technical Documentation
- Component Sourcing
- Test Equipment
Job areas
- Engineering
- Science & Research
- Manufacturing
- Technology