Nokia

Optical Packaging Engineer

Nokia$80K — $110K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-4 years of experience in optical packaging or related fields.
  • Experience in high-speed electronics and laser package design.
  • Familiarity with optical coupling, fiber pigtail attachment, and free space optics.
  • Knowledge of microelectronics and optoelectronics packaging processes.
  • Hands-on experience with automated alignment tools and optical measurement techniques.
  • Strong documentation skills relevant to fabrication and assembly processes.
  • Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design of next-generation optical packages with cross-functional teams.
  • Own the development of optical coupling activities including fiber pigtails and lens alignment.
  • Optimize optical coupling efficiency and ensure production targets.
  • Develop processes for R&D manual and automated aligners.
  • Stay updated on advanced optical solutions and material technologies.
  • Maintain process documentation and Bill of Materials for new products.
  • Drive debugging activities during product validation and qualification.
  • Support development at Contract Manufacturers for smooth mass production transition.

Benefits

  • Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
  • Health and dental benefits
  • Short-term and long-term disability benefits
  • Life insurance at 2x base pay
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Assistance Plan
  • Adoption assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program
Full Job Description
Job Description

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!

Responsibilities

  • 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 alignment and coupling, free space optics, gratings, collimators, etc...
  • Optimize the optical coupling efficiency of optical engines and apply Design for Manufacturing principles to meet production volumes and cost targets.
  • Hand-on process development with the R&D manual aligners and automated aligner within Nokia premises.
  • 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.


Qualifications

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.
  • Hand-on experience with automated alignment tools, fiber optics, epoxy dispensation, optical measurement and metrology.
  • 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 flip chip, 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.


About the Team

Some of our benefits in US:

  • 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


The above benefits exclude students.

Disclaimer for US/Canada

Nokia Maintains broad annual base salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, and with consideration to internal peer equity. Check the salary ranges in the job info section for this role.

All North America job posts will post for a minimum of 7 calendar days and up to 180 days or until candidate/s identified.

About Nokia

Nokia is a Finnish multinational telecommunications, information technology, and consumer electronics company. The company was founded in 1865 and has since grown to become one of the largest telecommunications equipment manufacturers in the world. Nokia's products include mobile phones, smartphones, and network equipment, among others. The company is committed to innovation and has a strong focus on research and development. Nokia is also committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets for reducing its environmental impact. The company operates in over 100 countries and has a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and North America.
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-$2.5 billion
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