Optical Packaging Engineer
Nokia
Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of optical package design? We're seeking a talented and driven Optical Packaging Engineer to lead the development of next-generation optical solutions. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize optical coupling efficiency and ensure seamless transition to mass production. If you're eager to own the design and development of fiber pigtail, lens coupling, and free space optics, while staying abreast of cutting-edge technologies, we encourage you to apply!
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- Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
- Health and dental benefits
- Short-term disability, and long-term disability
- Life insurance, and AD&D – Company paid 2x base pay
- Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
- Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Tuition Assistance Plan
- Adoption assistance
- Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program
At Nokia, we're on a mission to revolutionize global network capacity, bringing faster and more accessible connectivity to everyone. Our Network Infrastructure (NI) group is at the heart of this revolution, fueled by ambition, innovation, and technical expertise. Within NI, the Advanced Optics (AO) team designs cutting-edge optical modules using silicon photonics and advanced packaging for high-performance coherent communication. The Advanced Packaging team within AO focuses on the intricate details of package design and processes, ensuring seamless integration from wafer-scale to component-level packaging. As an Optical Packaging Engineer, you'll be a key player in developing the next generation of high-performance electro-optic modules, integrating silicon photonics-based coherent optical transceivers into Nokia's Photonic Service Engines, from initial concept to product launch. Join us and be a part of this exciting journey!
You have:
- 2-4 years of experience.
- Experience in high-speed electronics package design and laser package design.
- Experience with optical coupling, fiber pigtail attachment, free space optics.
- Experience in microelectronics, optoelectronics packaging design and assembly.
- Knowledgeable in packaging technologies and processes, with glass/ceramic/metal material properties and multilayer materials interfaces after bonding.
- Experience with documentation of fabrication, inspection, and assembly processes.
- Solid interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills in order to interact with engineering staff, external vendors and contractors effectively.
- Experience with package and process design/development from design to production.
It would be nice if you also had:
- Knowledgeable in materials property and process, yield analysis and enhancement, failure mode and analysis, quality tools, such as DOE, SPC, and Six-Sigma process and analysis; Familiar with Industry Test Standards, such as JEDEC, EIA, Telcordia, Mil-Std, etc.
- Expertise in high-volume packaging of 2.5/ 3D packages.
- Knowledge of material properties and associated mechanical part fabrication processes.
- Familiar with flipchip, BGA, PCBA, Flex design reliability and processing.
- Experience with metrology techniques such as SEM/XSEM, confocal microscopy, or acoustic imaging - or equivalent practical work experience.
- Lead next generation optical package design in collaboration with cross-functional teams, stakeholders and vendors to ensure package requirements are met.
- Own all the development of all the optical coupling activities and designs: fiber pigtail, lens coupling, free space optics, etc…
- Optimize the optical coupling efficiency of optical engines and apply Design for Manufacturing principles to meet production volumes and cost targets.
- Survey advanced optical coupling solutions, materials and vendors to stay current with new technological advancements.
- Own and maintain the process and the manufacturing documentation, along with Bill of Materials for new products.
- Drive package debug activities during product validation and qualification.
- Support the development activities at our Contract Manufacturers, both remotely and on-site to ensure a smooth transition to mass production.