Flex-N-Gate
Optical Engineer (Allen Park or Grand Rapids)
Flex-N-Gate, Allen Park, Michigan, United States, 48102
Optical Engineer (Allen Park or Grand Rapids)
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Flex-N-Gate Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in Automotive News. A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.
Summary
Flex-N-Gate is looking for an experienced Optics Engineer to join our Advanced Product Development team in Grand Rapids, MI (Allen Park location is possible with once-a-week travel to GR).
The Optical Engineer will be instrumental in developing new concepts for achieving customer objectives through the development phase. The candidate will join our Advanced Development
Core Competencies
Customer Focus Communication Team Work Problem Solving Accountability and Dependability Ethics and Integrity Analytical
Job Duties
Design and develop optical systems to be used for forward and signal lighting. Understand the optical requirements from a diverse customer base. Understand the legal requirements for both North American (NA) and European (EU) customers that define the angle and distribution of light on the road, understand the customer expectations that are above and beyond the legal requirements. Understand the development of Low Beam (LB) and High Beam (HB) and additionally design headlamps that meet adaptive dynamic beam (ADB) requirements for NA and EU. Furthermore, understand the performance of LB and HB for Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) and Consumer Report (CR) scores. Work with staff in CAD, Electronics, Mechanical Assemblies, Mechatronics, Manufacturing and Prototyping.
Requirements
Minimum 5 years in headlamp development Minimum 5 years in signal lighting development Minimum of BS in Optics, Physics, Electronics or related field. An advanced degree is a plus. Proficient in the use of CAD software like Catia Proficient in the use of Optical Software like LucidShape, Zemax, CodeV Working with light measuring devices like Goniometer, spectral radiometer, sensors, etc. Willingness to grow in knowledge and applications Prefer an individual who has worked in a production plant setup Basic understanding of tooling parameters, injection molding, manufacturing and assembly Ability to identify industry trends, and develop technologies to address those trends. Ability to interface with the customer and have patience with the changes being pursued Communication within and outside the core team Presentation skills along with reporting results in a timely and comprehensive manner Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement Paid holidays and vacation time
What do our employees have to say?
It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.
Lots of growth opportunity.
The companys young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.
Not just a joba great place to work!
Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.
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Optical Engineer (Allen Park or Grand Rapids)
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Flex-N-Gate Optical Engineer (Allen Park or Grand Rapids)
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Optical Engineer (Allen Park or Grand Rapids)
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Flex-N-Gate Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in Automotive News. A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.
Summary
Flex-N-Gate is looking for an experienced Optics Engineer to join our Advanced Product Development team in Grand Rapids, MI (Allen Park location is possible with once-a-week travel to GR).
The Optical Engineer will be instrumental in developing new concepts for achieving customer objectives through the development phase. The candidate will join our Advanced Development
Core Competencies
Customer Focus Communication Team Work Problem Solving Accountability and Dependability Ethics and Integrity Analytical
Job Duties
Design and develop optical systems to be used for forward and signal lighting. Understand the optical requirements from a diverse customer base. Understand the legal requirements for both North American (NA) and European (EU) customers that define the angle and distribution of light on the road, understand the customer expectations that are above and beyond the legal requirements. Understand the development of Low Beam (LB) and High Beam (HB) and additionally design headlamps that meet adaptive dynamic beam (ADB) requirements for NA and EU. Furthermore, understand the performance of LB and HB for Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) and Consumer Report (CR) scores. Work with staff in CAD, Electronics, Mechanical Assemblies, Mechatronics, Manufacturing and Prototyping.
Requirements
Minimum 5 years in headlamp development Minimum 5 years in signal lighting development Minimum of BS in Optics, Physics, Electronics or related field. An advanced degree is a plus. Proficient in the use of CAD software like Catia Proficient in the use of Optical Software like LucidShape, Zemax, CodeV Working with light measuring devices like Goniometer, spectral radiometer, sensors, etc. Willingness to grow in knowledge and applications Prefer an individual who has worked in a production plant setup Basic understanding of tooling parameters, injection molding, manufacturing and assembly Ability to identify industry trends, and develop technologies to address those trends. Ability to interface with the customer and have patience with the changes being pursued Communication within and outside the core team Presentation skills along with reporting results in a timely and comprehensive manner Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement Paid holidays and vacation time
What do our employees have to say?
It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.
Lots of growth opportunity.
The companys young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.
Not just a joba great place to work!
Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.
Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type
Full-time Job function
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industries
Automotive Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Flex-N-Gate by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for Optical Engineer roles.
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