Optical Design Engineer
€5,000 - €7,500 per month
Key Skills
Job Description
We are looking for an Optical Design Engineer to join our Research & Development team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, simulation and optimisation of optical systems for high-tech semiconductor equipment. You will work at the intersection of optical design, optomechanical engineering and system integration, collaborating closely with mechanical engineers, system architects and software developers to bring advanced optical concepts from principle study to industrialised product.
Settels Savenije invents, designs, industrializes and manufactures high-precision systems for a select group of international OEM clients in the semiconductor industry. Your work will directly contribute to the optical performance of systems that operate at the forefront of technology.
Responsibilities
Design and optimise optical systems including imaging optics, illumination systems and laser-based assemblies, using ray tracing software (e.g. Zemax OpticStudio, CODE V, LightTools or FRED)
Perform detailed optical simulations, including ray trace analysis, wavefront analysis, stray light analysis and tolerance analysis
Develop optomechanical designs in collaboration with mechanical engineers, ensuring precise control of the position and shape of optical elements under thermal and vibrational loads
Define optical specifications, test plans and acceptance criteria for both prototyping and series production
Conduct experimental validation of optical performance in the lab, using interferometers, wavefront sensors, beam profilers and power meters
Support the transition from concept design to industrialisation, including design-for-manufacturability reviews and supplier engagement for custom optical components
Document design choices, simulation results and test reports in a structured and traceable manner
Requirements
Master's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics or a related technical field
Minimum 5 years of experience in optical design and simulation for high-precision systems
Proficiency in at least one industry-standard ray tracing tool (Zemax OpticStudio, CODE V, LightTools or equivalent)
Solid understanding of geometrical optics, physical optics, radiometry and optical materials
Experience with optomechanical integration, including tolerance budgeting and thermal-mechanical analysis
Familiarity with CAD packages (e.g. NX or Creo) and GD&T
Programming skills in Python or MATLAB for simulation automation and data analysis
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a structured approach to documentation
What we offer
A position at a high-tech engineering company with 165+ colleagues and 13 nationalities, located at Strijp-T in Eindhoven
State-of-the-art premises covering offices, a modern factory and cleanrooms
Competitive salary in the range of € 5.000 – € 7.500, depending on experience
Opportunities for personal development and technical leadership in a multidisciplinary R&D environment
Collaboration with international OEM clients at the forefront of semiconductor technology
How to apply
Please send your application, including a cover letter and CV, via our jobs page. For questions, contact us at +31 (0) 40 8512 000
Core Responsibilities
You will be responsible for the design, simulation, and optimization of optical systems for high-tech semiconductor equipment. This includes conducting experimental validation in the lab and supporting the transition from concept design to industrialization.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, or a related field. A minimum of 5 years of experience in optical design and simulation for high-precision systems is required.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Opportunities for personal development
- Technical leadership opportunities
About settels savenije group of companies
Industry: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
Company size: 51-200 employees
Located at the heart of Brainport Eindhoven, Settels Savenije Group of Companies invents, designs, manufactures, assembles, and tests high-tech modules, parts, and tools in ultra-clean environments. With a team of over 165 professionals, we provide complete solutions from concept to finished product through an integrated approach that ensures optimal collaboration and quality. We proudly serve an international customer base in Semicon, Analytics, Industry, and Research. Development, Concept Design & Engineering From the start of a project, we bring together all in-house expertise, covering concept and system design, manufacturing, assembly, and testing in dedicated teams. Beginning with a solid system architecture, we design, verify, and validate every step of the process, including complex physics modeling, prototyping, and proof-of-concept demonstration. This combination of skills and capabilities enables us to provide practical solutions to the complex technical challenges our customers face. Supply Chain, System Assembly & Test Our development and engineering activities are closely integrated with manufacturing, testing, and assembly. We manufacture proof-of-principle equipment and prototypes and we ensure the reliable, continuous supply of machines and modules. With a well-established supplier base for complex large parts, vacuum vessels and components, optics, and mechatronics, we guarantee high-quality production. Our assembly area includes 800 m² of ISO-6 cleanrooms and RGA systems for products up to 2x2x1 meters. In-house Precision Manufacturing The Precision Parts department specializes in the manufacturing of complex, high-accuracy mechanical parts and modules used in critical functions of high-tech equipment. Our core competence lies in high-precision machining, supported by fully automated machinery that ensures process-controlled and cost-efficient production. When precision manufacturing becomes challenging, we outperform.