Senior Optical Engineer

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Kraków, Małopolskie, POL
In-Office
Senior level
Automotive
The Role
Designs and develops optical systems for automotive vision solutions, including light simulations, radiometric and photometric testing, optical component design, and performance evaluation. Creates testing methodologies and tools, supports optomechanical product development, validation, and production processes, reviews customer requirements, and solves technical problems. Collaborates with customers and suppliers on optical designs and specifications.
Summary Generated by Built In

Imagine a world with zero vehicle accidents, zero vehicle emissions, and wireless vehicle connectivity all around us. Every day, we move closer to making that world a reality. Aptiv’s passionate team of engineers and developers creates advanced safety systems, high-performance electrification solutions and data connectivity solutions so that automakers can bring advanced capabilities to more people around the globe. This is how we enable sustainable mobility and help to prevent accidents caused by human error.


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Your Role

  • Develop and design of optical systems for vision solutions;
  • Preparation of optical systems specifications;
  • Light simulations;
  • Radiometric and photometric measurements at modern optical laboratory;
  • Evaluate vision system performance;
  • Create testing methodology and tools development for optical purposes;
  • Support product design development, including construction of optomechanical and illuminated elements;
  • Review customer specifications and document requirements;
  • Support at validation tests as well as production process;
  • Design of light source focusing elements for camera systems;
  • Technical problem solving and design optimalization;
  • Contact with customers and suppliers;

Your Background

  • Master Degree in Physics, Optics or Photonics or similar;
  • Familiarity with optics, radiometry, photometry;
  • Experience in design of optical components and/or systems;
  • Knowledge of the aberrations of optical systems;
  • Experience with ray trace analysis software : (LightTools, Zemax, Imatest);
  • Experience with Python, Matlab, C++ is a plus
  • Good verbal and written communication skills (English);

Why Join Aptiv


You grow at Aptiv.  

Aptiv's winning culture is global by design. We bring together diverse perspectives, cultures, and business contexts to solve our customers' toughest challenges. In this environment, every individual can grow, lead, and make an impact, regardless of background, because inclusion fuels how we innovate and win.  

You make an impact at Aptiv.  

One of the strengths of humanity is our drive to progress, to improve, to achieve more tomorrow than we did yesterday. People need solutions they can trust when it matters most. At Aptiv, you are building those solutions every day. 

You have support at Aptiv.  

We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family, your physical health, and your mental health with a competitive benefits package. 


Your Benefits at Aptiv:

  • Private health care (Signal Iduna) and Life insurance for you and your beloved ones
  • Well-Being Program that includes regular webinars, workshops, and networking events
  • Hybrid work (min. 47 days/yr of remote work, flexible working hours)
  • Employee Pension Plan paid by the employer (you get + 3,5% on each gross salary.
  • Access to sports groups and Multisport card

Meet the Next Generation Aptiv


At Aptiv, we deliver innovative solutions that people trust when it matters most. 

Progress is never static. It is about reaching further, exploring new possibilities, and enabling mobility. Aptiv empowers customers to create solutions people rely on—advancing safety and autonomy in Automotive and Commercial Vehicles, enabling mission-critical performance in Aerospace & Defense, and powering intelligent systems across Energy, Enterprise, and Telecommunications. We also drive precision and efficiency in Industrials & Robotics and support life-critical innovation in Medical technologies.  

Guided by our winning culture and values to Think & Act Like Owners, as One Team, and Play to Win, we turn commitment into results and achieve more together.  

  

Join Us to Deliver Innovative Solutions That People Trust! 


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Skills Required

  • Master’s degree in Physics, Optics, Photonics, or a similar field
  • Familiarity with optics, radiometry, and photometry
  • Experience designing optical components and/or systems
  • Knowledge of optical system aberrations
  • Experience with ray-trace analysis software such as LightTools, Zemax, or Imatest
  • Experience with Python, MATLAB, or C++
  • Good verbal and written communication skills in English

APTIV Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about APTIV and has not been reviewed or approved by APTIV.

  • Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with company contribution and competitive matching is described as a notable component of the total rewards package. Equity participation and performance bonuses are also positioned as part of long-term and variable compensation.
  • Healthcare Strength — Core coverage is portrayed as broad, spanning medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Mental health resources and an Employee Assistance Program are also included as part of wellness support.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid holidays, paid sick days, and flexible time-off policies are included in the benefits mix. Flexible scheduling and remote-work programs further support time management and personal needs.

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