Biomedical Optical Engineer jobs

Are you looking to grow within a high-tech company where innovation, collaboration, and professional development are at the heart of every project? Do you enjoy tackling challenges, proposing ideas, improving processes, and making a tangible contribution to a team's success? Then you might be the person we're looking for!

Coractive is a leader in the development and manufacturing of specialized optical fibers and fiber lasers. Our technologies are used worldwide in cutting-edge sectors such as telecommunications, medical, defense, industry, and scientific research. By joining our team, you will thrive in a stimulating environment where your ideas are valued and you will have the opportunity to contribute to innovative projects with a real impact.

We are seeking a highly motivated R&D Engineer – Optical Fiber Development to join our photonics research and development team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the design, fabrication, and characterization of advanced specialty optical fibers for large range of applications.

This position offers the opportunity to work on innovative specialty optical fiber technologies while contributing to the development and optimization of manufacturing processes from concept through prototype validation.

the use of English is required for the following reasons:

• The incumbent will be required to communicate regularly with clients, suppliers, partners, or colleagues located outside Quebec whose working language is English.

Joining Coractive means enjoying numerous benefits, including:

• A competitive salary.
• A flexible schedule.
• A permanent position.
• Up to 40 hours of personal days per year.
• 2 weeks of paid vacation during the holiday season.
• Group insurance, with employer contributions.
• A retirement plan, with employer contributions.
• Free parking.
• Social activities organized by the social club.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Being part of a dynamic team that delivers quality products where enjoyment and performance go hand in hand.
• A safe, pleasant, stimulating, and wellness-focused work environment.
• And much more!

Interested in this role? Here are the challenges in more detail:

• Design and optimize optical fiber structures to achieve targeted optical and mechanical performance.
• Analyze and interpret simulation results to support fiber design improvements.
• Develop innovative fiber architectures for specialty applications.
• Participate in the development of novel specialty optical fibers.
• Define technical specifications and performance requirements for new fiber products.
• Support prototype fabrication and evaluate fiber performance against design objectives.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to transition designs from research to production.
• Contribute to the development and optimization of fiber manufacturing processes, including preform fabrication, fiber drawing, coating, and post-processing operations.
• Analyze process parameters and identify opportunities to improve product performance, quality, and manufacturing yield.
• Support technology scale-up from laboratory development to industrial production.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to process robustness and efficiency.
• Perform optical, geometrical, and mechanical characterization of fibers.
• Operate and maintain optical measurement and testing equipment.
• Analyze experimental data and prepare technical reports.
• Troubleshoot fiber performance issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Document research findings and development activities.
• Contribute to technical publications, patents, and intellectual property generation.
• Stay informed of advances in fiber optics, photonics, and related technologies.
• Support collaborations with industrial partners, customers, and research institutions.
• All other related tasks.

We are seeking a candidate with the following qualifications:

• Master's degree or PhD in Photonics, Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Hold 5+ years experience in optical fiber design, photonics, or optical communications.
• Hands-on experience with optical laboratory testing and characterization is highly desirable.
• Experience with specialty optical fiber development is considered an asset.
• Strong knowledge of fiber optics, waveguide theory, and photonics.
• Knowledge with simulation and modeling tools such as COMSOL Multiphysics, RSoft, Lumerical, MATLAB, or Python.
• Understanding of optical fiber fabrication and process development principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills.
• Proficiency in French and English.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with a passion for innovation and technology development.

What's that little something extra that sets Coractive employees apart?

• Dare to innovate to create value and achieve your goals.
• Cultivate your passion by being curious, imaginative, and committed to continuous learning.
• Grow together by fostering inclusion in a positive environment.
• Share and learn more by prioritizing the exchange of ideas and transparency.
• Exceed expectations by demonstrating initiative and rigor every day.

Are you passionate about the world of science and technology? Joining Coractive means becoming part of a leading manufacturer of optical fibers for various industrial applications, serving clients worldwide for 25 years!

Did you know? To promote employee well-being, Coractive gives $5 a day to every employee who cycles to work.

Want to join our team? Apply directly online or send your resume to ressources.humaines@coractive.com. You can follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn or visit our website at www.coractive.com.

Note: Coractive is committed to employment equity. The use of masculine pronouns in this text is solely for the purpose of brevity. We believe in the principle of employment equity and are open to accommodations during the selection process.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Avantages :

• Assurance Invalidité
• Assurance Maladie Complémentaire
• Assurance Vie
• Congés payés
• Événements d'Entreprise
• Heures d'arrivée et de départ flexibles
• Programme d'Aide aux Employés
• Régime de retraite
• Stationnement sur place
• Tenue Décontractée

Formation:

• Doctorat (Obligatoire)

Lieu du poste : En présentiel