Grote Industries · 1 day ago
Engineering - Senior Optical Engineer
Madison, IN, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelGrote Industries is a trusted brand with a heritage of nearly 120 years, specializing in advanced vehicle system solutions. The Senior Optical Engineer is responsible for the design, development, validation, and support of automotive headlamp and signal lamp systems for OEM customers, leading optical design activities and mentoring less-experienced engineers.
AutomotiveManufacturing
Responsibilities
Collaborate with project team members to develop new or improved headlamp and signal lamp designs that meet regulatory, customer, performance, durability, quality, manufacturing, and cost targets
Design and simulate optical systems using LEDs, molded lenses, and molded/metallized reflectors
Perform and/or coordinate testing and validation of lamps and components using goniometers, integrating spheres, spectroradiometers, and related equipment
Research, interpret, and apply relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards including FMVSS 108, UN Regulations (R148–R150), and SAE Lighting Systems Group standards
Develop, improve, and document design, simulation, and testing standards related to lamp mechanical and optical design
Partner with Manufacturing and Quality teams to troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing process and quality control issues
Work with Purchasing to source components, validate suppliers, and ensure purchased components meet design specifications, industry standards, cost targets, and supply chain flexibility requirements
Support Sales in quoting new or revised business, including estimating part and capital costs and providing technical input for customer engagements
Mentor and guide other engineers and team members in quoting, design, manufacturing processes, validation, and best practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
Extensive experience in optical engineering design for automotive headlamps and/or signal lamps
Demonstrated experience with automotive lighting manufacturing processes including injection molding, plastic part assembly, and coatings
Preferred
Master's degree in Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
Company
Grote Industries
Grote Industries is an automotive company offering manufactures LED Lights and lighting products for heavy duty trucks.
Founded in 1901
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dominic Grote
President & CEO
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