Senior Optical Engineer (m/f/d)

Senior Optical Engineer (m/f/d)

For our Tech-Center in Berlin-Adlershof, Germany, we are looking for an

Senior Optical Engineer (m/f/d)

Opportunity to work with a global team of professionals in a dynamic and fast-paced industry.

Professional development opportunities and a chance to work on cutting-edge technologies in optical interconnects for AI applications.

Scope of Position:

Development of optical and optomechanical systems, components and applications for next generation optical interconnect solutions for high-performance datacenter applications (Artificial intelligence and optical compute networks). Design products, processes and testing solutions for optical connectors, components and subassemblies primarily used for optical fiber to integrated photonics interfaces.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Drive innovation in globally significant projects focused on advancing optical interconnect technologies.
• Lead the design, development, and prototyping of optical subassemblies, with a focus on fiber-to-chip integration.
• Translate customer and market requirements into robust product concepts and engineering solutions.
• Validate product performance through advanced simulations, lab testing, and iterative prototyping.
• Ensure all designs meet applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, sales, and design teams to align product features with user needs and business goals.
• Facilitate and contribute to design reviews, risk assessments (e.g., FMEA), and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support seamless transition of designs into scalable manufacturing processes.
• Document design processes, test results, and product specifications in clear, comprehensive technical reports.

Required Education:

• Master’s Degree, or similar, in Electrical Engineering, Optical Physics or related discipline.

Required Skills

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the fiber-optic communications, photonic semiconductors, or optical components industry, with a proven track record in successful product developments and new product introductions.
• Thorough understanding and practical expertise in the manufacturing processes of optical components, with a focus on quality and design for manufacturing (DFM).
• Solid foundational knowledge of optical fibers and connectors for datacenter applications.
• Demonstrated expertise in optical design, mechanical design, material properties, and precision assembly, with a focus on applications in the optical components field.
• Proficiency in CAD and optical simulation tools, specifically with ProE, Ansys Interconnect, Zemax or similar software, with the ability to create and modify complex designs.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, particularly in Excel for data analysis and presentation.

Desired Requirements:

• Six-Sigma Green Belt
• Experience in software programming (e.g. C, C++, Matlab, Labview, Phyton)
• Excellent English (spoken and written), German language skills is a plus

Soft Skills:

• Highly self-motivated, detail-oriented and organized.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.

• Ability to contribute innovative solutions to complex technical challenges.

• Occasional travel may be required for collaborations or conferences.

• Join us and be on the front lines of innovation in the optical interconnects industry!

• A job that shapes a life.

• Corning offers you the total package.

• Your well-being is our top priority. Our Compensation & Benefits package supports your health and well-being, your financial goals, and your career—from day one.

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentive programs are linked to key business results, ensuring you’re rewarded when the company succeeds. When Corning wins, we all win.

• Our health and well-being benefits include company-funded retirement plan, paid leave, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.

• Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling valued and recognized motivates us even more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate achievements and recognize colleagues who deliver exceptional performance.

• Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment.