Optical Engineer
- West-Vlaanderen
- On-site
An innovative international technology company, active in advanced imaging and high-precision equipment, is looking for an experienced Optical Engineer to strengthen its R&D team.
You will contribute to the development of high-end optical systems used in industrial production environments.
Work locations: West Flanders (Belgium) and Southwest Germany (with regular presence in Belgium required).
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop advanced optical systems in collaboration with project leaders, product managers, and a multidisciplinary R&D team
- Create and optimize optical designs using simulation tools (e.g. Zemax) and work closely with CAD engineers for mechanical integration
- Work with a wide range of optical components such as lenses, mirrors, fiber lasers, and LEDs
- Contribute to high-precision systems operating at (sub)micrometer level, in close collaboration with mechanical, electronic, and software teams
- Build and validate optical test setups, prototypes, and subassemblies, and ensure knowledge transfer towards production and service teams
- Support the sourcing and selection of specialized optical components together with procurement
- Drive continuous improvement of system performance based on feedback from production and field service
- Report to the R&D leadership team
Your profile
- Master’s degree in optics, photonics, applied physics, or equivalent through experience
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in optical system design
- Strong theoretical and practical understanding of optics; experience with optical design software (e.g. Zemax) is essential
- Programming skills (e.g. Matlab or similar) are a plus
- Hands-on, structured, and able to work both independently and in a team
- Creative problem solver with a multidisciplinary mindset
- Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus
- Stress-resistant, proactive, and motivated
Great Place to Work
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Onboarding
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Personal growth
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Company events
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Soft & hard skills
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Knowledge sharing
About the company
Do you thrive in a dynamic, solution-focused environment? Then you'll feel right at home with us! At Verhaert On-site Consulting, you’ll join a team of design, engineering and management consultants who work on-site with the customer, delivering fresh perspectives and top-quality services that drive groundbreaking results. Surrounded by dedicated business, talent and technical coaches we nurture personal and project development.
Our mission? To help our clients innovate and excel in their industries through dedicated R&D expertise and support. In co-creation, we accelerate and industrialize projects or transform organizations and make them resilient.
As part of the Verhaert Masters in Innovation group, you’ll have the chance to grow, innovate and make your mark in a company that values your expertise and enthusiasm.
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