JVIS USA · 2 months ago
Optical Engineering Manager
Utica, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expJVIS USA is seeking an Optical Engineering Manager to lead a team of optical engineers in the design, development, and testing of optical systems and components. The role involves providing technical leadership, managing project schedules, and establishing best practices in optical design.
AutomotiveManufacturingWholesale
Responsibilities
Work with Cross Functional Team to provide technical leadership of the Design & Development and optimization of complex optical systems to fulfill customer needs
Lead organizational efforts of training and building of an Optical Design Department including creating training modules for potential optics engineers
Establish Design Aids for Lighting Engineers to guide in Lumen Calculation Summaries as well as LED and optical system selection
Manage all activities of the Optics Lab
Work with New Business development and Sales to support pursuit activities and acquire new business
Manage project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure timely and successful project execution
Work closely with lighting, mechanical, electrical, and software engineering team members
Establish and maintain best practices in optical design and development processes
Implement quality control measures to ensure the reliability and performance of optical systems
Engage in continuous improvement opportunities as required
Maintain compliance of IATF 16949 / ISO 9001 / ISO 14001
Follows all safety, housekeeping (5S) and company policies and procedures
Coordinates and maintains all job responsibilities in a continuous and flexible manner and performs other related duties and job assignments as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science Degree or equivalent in Lighting Optics, Computer, Mechanical, Electronics or other engineering discipline
10 or more years' experience in exterior and/or interior lighting
Must be able to complete full optic designs for various industries including automotive interior or exterior lighting
Must be proficient in Lucid Shape and/or Speos tools as well as the full Microsoft Office Suite
Must be able to train beginning optical engineers to be proficient over time in optics development
Must be capable of managing team members to drive programs to proper optical solutions for various programs
Must have good data analysis and problem solving skills along with excellent organizational and planning skills
Written, verbal communication and presentation skills are a must
Must have excellent interpersonal skills to confidently interact with individuals at all levels of authority
Company
JVIS USA
When it comes to the world of automotive components, JVIS has continued to be the supplier of choice for leading global brands. Why? We’re fast.
1001-5000 employees
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