Optical Systems Engineer | X-Rite

Details

Posted: 02-May-23

Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan

Type: Full Time

Categories:

Manufacturing

Undecided

Job Function:

Engineer

Years of Experience:

3-5

Preferred Education:

Masters

WHO WE ARE:

X-RITE PANTONE is the leader in color science and technology offering end-to-end solutions for the selection, communication, formulation, and production of consistent and achievable color.

THIS JOB IS A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO:

Join our R&D team in Grand Rapids, Michigan.  In this position, you will design, develop, prototype, and test color and appearance instrumentation. The ideal candidate will have a broad background and interest in optical measurement technologies including optical system design, opto-electronic sensors, cameras, and algorithm development.  You will take part in the entire product development cycle from ideation and customer interaction, to specification, technology selection, design, testing, and manufacturing deployment.  Lab setup, prototyping and design validation are key to this position.

This position requires relocation to Grand Rapids, Michigan and offers a flexible hybrid work model to combine both in-person and remote work options.  We are a global R&D organization, and you will regularly work with teams located in the US and Europe.

WITHIN YOUR ROLE, YOU WILL:

  • Design optical components and optical measurement systems
  • Conduct performance simulation and modeling of spectrophotometers and camera-based measurement systems
  • Select and evaluate core optical technologies including light sources, illumination and measurement optics, filters, spectrometers, and imaging systems
  • Conduct hands-on laboratory evaluation of concepts and prototypes
  • Perform system testing of prototypes and instruments to qualify performance specifications and quality
  • Develop algorithms for calibration and processing of color measurements and images
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary project teams to realize new products from initial concept to market introduction
  • Manage the ISO and ASTM standards landscape for instrument compliance to standards

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A PROFESSIONAL WHO HAS:

  • PhD (or MS with equivalent experience), with specialization in optical sciences, optical engineering, physics and microtechnology
  • 5+ years of expertise in optical system design including imaging and illumination design
  • Experience with Zemax OpticStudio, TracePro or equivalent
  • Experience with optical lab setup and prototype testing including benchtop testing and design of experiments
  • Interest in light sources, sensors, and cameras
  • Interest in experimental and theoretical measurement system analysis
  • Proficiency in data analytics with math and simulation tools such as MATLAB, LabVIEW, and Python
  • Strong conceptual skills and a passion for systems and solutions thinking
  • Experience with CAD for opto-mechanical system design is considered a plus
  • Coding experience in C/C++ considered a plus
  • Experience in color science and image processing is considered a plus
  • Effective communication skills
  • Strong will to deliver high-quality and cost-effective solutions on time
  • Strong team player with working experience in a multidisciplinary, multicultural, and international working environment (US, Europe, Asia)

OUR BENEFITS:

  • Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision & more) eligible on day 1 of employment
  • Incentive compensation plan bonus as well as annual salary review
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Permissive PTO policy emphasizing flexibility and trust
  • 14 paid holidays!
  • Training and development opportunities
  • 401(k) savings plan + company match
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Attractive employee referral program
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Danaher Wellbeing Program, with rewards
  • Employee Assistance Program (legal, financial, and counselling resources)

You can find detailed information at https://mydanaherbenefits.com/. *US ONLY

About X-Rite

X-RITE PANTONE is the leader in color science and technology offering end-to-end solutions for the selection, communication, formulation, and production of consistent and achievable color.

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