Expert Research Engineer (device integration)

Barco designs technology that makes everyday life a little better. Seeing beyond the image, we develop sight, sound, and sharing solutions to help customers work together, share insights, and wow audiences. By unlocking the creative power of technology, we aim to enable "bright outcomes" for our customers.
 
In Barco Labs, skilled experts are exploring new technologies and building first-of-a-kind proof of concepts for our Healthcare, Enterprise and Entertainment divisions or to venture into new markets. We challenge ourselves to stay on top of state-of-the-art technology by building demonstrators and explore new use cases with internal and external stakeholders.
 
Within the photonic device domain, we are developing innovative optical technologies that enable next-generation visual experiences, optical communications, and sensing. By leveraging spatial optics, waveguide systems, and their fusion, our devices serve as core technologies - the “heart” of advanced systems - forming strong intellectual property and delivering new value to users while contributing to the evolution of social infrastructure. Our proprietary Light Steering technology allows for precise control of light, unlocking new possibilities across immersive imaging, high-density DWDM networks, and energy-efficient optical switching for data centers. 

As an expert research engineer:

• You are a practical and outcome-oriented researcher who strives to deeply understand theoretical principles and translate them into innovative applications for next-generation devices.
• By leveraging advanced analysis and simulation tools to optimize structural configurations for superior optical performance, while developing innovative processes and equipment that enhance implementation precision and scalability for mass production.
• You stay up to date with the new academic and commercial developments and trends in your technology domain.
• You share and interact around these insights with your peers.
• You are a team player, you collaborate with your peers, internal stakeholders and potentially external partners to develop and demonstrate innovative photonic devices.

We are looking for a Barco Labs colleague:

• An expert with a bachelor or master in optical, electronic, materials or mechanical engineering, or an equivalent field. PhD (or equivalent by experience) is a definite plus.
• Experience in device structural design, implementation techniques, development of manufacturing processes, and equipment design.
• Previous experience
  • Minimum : 5+ years experience in one or more of the following
    • Semiconductor implementation technologies including structural design
    • Liquid crystal cell design and optimization of display characteristics
    • Development of imaging, display, or optical communication devices
    • Development of equipment and processes related to semiconductor or liquid crystal device implementation
    • Experience using optical simulation tools such as RSoft, Lumerical, COMSOL, Zemax, LCD Master
  • Preferred, one or more of:
    • Semiconductor Packaging : Experience with wire bonding, flip-chip technologies, and thermal/mechanical/electrical design
    • CMOS Image Sensors : Packaging design, performance evaluation, ISP integration
    • Liquid Crystal Cell : Material selection, alignment control, and optimization of response time, viewing angle, and contrast ratio
    • Silicon Photonics Implementation : Design for optical coupling with SiPh chips, including waveguide alignment and loss minimization
    • Environmental Durability : Material selection and structural design for high temperature, humidity, vibration, and chemical resistance
• Has a hands-on innovation and can-do mindset.
• Entrepreneurial research mindset: from ideation with end-users, through high-precision prototyping to finalizing the design.
• Works thoroughly and can work independently and with great perseverance towards a result that meets the requirements and constraints.
• Is pro-active, takes initiative and shows end-to-end problem ownership.
• Is a loyal team player with good communication skills and willing to travel on occasion.

What’s in it for you?

• Drive innovation by exploring new core technologies and developing novel photonic devices
• Work for a global technology top employer
• Enjoy the comfort of our brand-new office and laboratory
• Enjoy a competitive salary package