Ph3Overview /h3 pAt bBarco IX (Immersive Experiences business unit) /b we have a heart for technology and a spirit for creativity. We immerse our audience in experiences they will never forget. The markets for our technologies range from live events, over theme parks and museums to flight simulators. Our IX RD organization focusses on developing projection and image processing technologies to make these immersive experiences come to life for our customers all over the world. From inspiring people at the Gent Light Festival, through bringing digital art to galleries and museums worldwide, to providing visuals at world’s leading concert stages, your work will make it happen! /p h3The Function /h3 pBarco is seeking a bSenior Engineer Optics /b for its Immersive eXperiences Business unit in Kortrijk. /p h3Responsibilities /h3 pIf you’re excited to use your optical engineering skills to develop advanced projection systems with DLP technology and solid-state light sources (laser, LED, phosphor) that lead the industry, this role is a great fit for you. You'll join an international team of enthusiastic developers from Belgium, China, and USA. /p ul liDesign and optimize illumination systems for 1-DLP projectors /li liDevelop optical models using Zemax OpticStudio, including: ul liLight source coupling and illumination optics /li liIntegrator rods, light tunnels, or homogenization optics /li liRelay optics up to the DMD /li /ul /li liDefine and review projection lens specifications in collaboration with system and lens suppliers /li liPerform optical performance trade-offs (brightness, uniformity, contrast, étendue) /li liApply ‘colour science principles’ to achieve target colour or brightness performance and stability /li liMeasure and validate colour, luminance, and uniformity using: ul liSpectrometers /li liColorimeters /li /ul /li liAnalyze measurement results and correlate them with simulations /li liDevelop analysis tools and perform data processing using Python or other scientific programming languages /li liWork closely with key optical suppliers, including: ul liRequirement definition and technical reviews /li liDesign follow-up and performance validation /li /ul /li liSupport prototype builds, optical alignment, and system-level testing in close cooperation with operations/production engineers /li liDocument designs, results, and design decisions /li liProvide maintenance, support, and continuous improvement for existing products /li /ul h3Profile /h3 ul liMaster’s degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Photonics, or equivalent /li liMinimum of 2 - 5 years of engineering experience in a design environment or equivalent /li liStrong experience with iAnsys Zemax OpticStudio /i /li liSolid knowledge of: ul liIllumination optics for projection systems /li li1-DLP projector architectures /li liProjection lens definition and specification /li liColour science and colorimetry (CIE colour spaces) /li /ul /li liHands-on experience with optical and colour measurement equipment /li liAbility to work effectively with internal teams and external suppliers /li liExperience with laser-based projectors /li liFamiliarity with: ul liDMD characteristics and illumination requirements /li liOptical tolerancing and stray light analysis /li liLaser and optical safety standards /li /ul /li liExperience in a product development environment from concept to industrialization /li liInternational supplier collaboration experience /li liStrong oral and written communication skills in English and/or Dutch /li /ul h3Soft Skills /h3 ul liSelf-motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously /li liA good team player and able to work in a multidisciplinary (mechanics, electronics, software, operations, procurement, etc.) team /li liProactive, result-driven, and innovative thinker with analytical skills /li liDetail-oriented, quality-conscious, and cost-aware /li liWilling to travel occasionally to Barco locations, suppliers, or customers worldwide /li /ul h3Our offer /h3 pYou will work in an open and international culture. In this stimulating and challenging environment, we offer you competitive compensation and benefits, including: /p ul liA competitive salary package based on experience /li liBonus system /li liGroup insurance /li liHealth insurance /li liMeal vouchers /li liHybrid working culture /li li20 legal holidays + 12 compensation days (Pro-rata) /li liContinuous learning opportunities /li liA modern and state-of-the-art working environment /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr