Hardware Electro-Optics Engineer

Hardware Electro-Optics Engineer

Full-Time 130705 - 159751 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Design and test cutting-edge electro-optical systems for high-speed communication.
  • Company: Join a leading tech firm focused on innovative optical networking solutions.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on experience, and opportunities for growth.
  • Other info: Collaborative environment with diverse teams and exciting projects.
  • Why this job: Make an impact in the tech world with your expertise in electro-optics.
  • Qualifications: Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; hands-on lab experience required.

The predicted salary is between 130705 - 159751 $ per year.

The successful candidate will possess deep expertise in electro-optical technologies, strong analytical capabilities, and extensive hands-on laboratory experience. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Optical Engineering, Firmware (FW), Hardware Systems, DSP, and Product Development teams to deliver industry-leading optical networking solutions.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

  • Define, analyze, and validate electro-optical subsystem requirements and specifications for high-speed communication systems.
  • Collaborate with Optical, Hardware Systems, DSP, FPGA, and Firmware teams to ensure optimal system-level performance.
  • Perform electro-optical modeling, simulation, and performance analysis to evaluate design trade-offs and support architecture decisions.
  • Develop and validate system-level link budgets, signal integrity analyses, and performance metrics for optical transmission systems.
  • Support hardware design reviews and provide technical leadership in electro-optical design decisions.
  • Lead integration activities for circuit pack assemblies and electro-optical subsystems.
  • Develop comprehensive test methodologies and execute characterization, validation, and reliability testing.
  • Analyze test results, identify root causes of performance issues, and drive corrective actions.
  • Create detailed technical documentation, including specifications, test plans, procedures, and reports.
  • Work closely with manufacturing and product engineering teams to support product qualification and production readiness.

Key Skills And Experience

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • Significant industry experience in electro-optical hardware design, integration, and testing.
  • Strong understanding of opto-electronic devices and subsystems, including lasers, modulators, photodiodes, transceivers, and optical networking technologies.
  • Extensive hands-on laboratory experience testing and characterizing electro-optical components and systems.
  • Experience using MATLAB and Simulink for system modeling, performance analysis, and DSP algorithm evaluation.
  • Experience creating automated test solutions using scripting languages such as Python, MATLAB, Perl, or similar.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop detailed test plans, execute validation activities, and document results.
  • Excellent troubleshooting, debugging, and root-cause analysis skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical findings to multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with coherent optical communication systems and high-speed optical transport technologies.
  • Familiarity with FPGA-based platforms and digital hardware architectures.
  • Knowledge of high-speed analog and mixed-signal circuit design principles.
  • Experience with optical and electrical simulation tools.
  • Familiarity with telecom/networking standards and optical transmission protocols.
  • Experience working in product development environments from concept through production release.

Hardware Electro-Optics Engineer employer: Nokia

Nokia is an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of inclusion and respect, making it a great place for a D&O Technical Project Manager to thrive. With comprehensive benefits such as health and dental coverage, a corporate retirement savings plan, and opportunities for professional growth through tuition assistance, employees are supported both personally and professionally. Located in Canada, Nokia offers a dynamic work environment where innovative ideas are encouraged, and diverse teams collaborate to advance connectivity for a brighter world.

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Contact Details:

Nokia Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Hardware Electro-Optics Engineer

Electro-Optical Technologies
Analytical Skills
Laboratory Experience
Optical Engineering
Firmware (FW)
DSP
High-Speed Communication Systems