Barco is looking for an Engineer Optics to join its Immersive Experiences Business unit in Kortrijk. You will apply your optical engineering skills to develop advanced projection systems using DLP technology and solid-state light sources, focusing on the design, simulation, and validation of illumination optics for 1-DLP projector platforms.
What You'll Do
- Design and optimize illumination systems for 1-DLP projectors.
- Develop optical models using Zemax OpticStudio, including light source coupling, integrator rods, light tunnels, and relay optics up to the DMD.
- Define and review projection lens specifications in collaboration with system and lens suppliers.
- Perform optical performance trade-offs (brightness, uniformity, contrast, étendue).
- Apply colour science principles to achieve target colour or brightness performance and stability.
- Measure and validate colour, luminance, and uniformity using spectrometers and colorimeters.
- Analyze measurement results and correlate them with simulations.
- Develop analysis tools and perform data processing using Python or other scientific programming languages.
- Work closely with key optical suppliers on requirement definition, technical reviews, design follow-up, and performance validation.
- Support prototype builds, optical alignment, and system-level testing in cooperation with operations/production engineers.
- Document designs, results, and design decisions.
- Provide maintenance, support, and continuous improvement for existing products.
What We're Looking For
- Master’s degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Photonics, or equivalent.
- Strong experience with ‘Ansys Zemax OpticStudio’.
- Solid knowledge of illumination optics for projection systems.
- Solid knowledge of 1-DLP projector architectures.
- Solid knowledge of projection lens definition and specification.
- Solid knowledge of colour science and colorimetry (CIE colour spaces).
- Hands-on experience with optical and colour measurement equipment.
- Ability to work effectively with internal teams and external suppliers.
- Strong oral and written communication skills in English and/or Dutch.
Nice to Have
- Experience with laser-based projectors.
- Familiarity with DMD characteristics and illumination requirements.
- Familiarity with optical tolerancing and stray light analysis.
- Familiarity with laser and optical safety standards.
- Experience in a product development environment from concept to industrialization.
- International supplier collaboration experience.
Technical Stack
- Zemax OpticStudio
- Python
Team & Environment
Join an international team of enthusiastic developers from Belgium, China, and USA. You will be part of an open and international culture within a stimulating and challenging environment.
Benefits & Compensation
- A competitive salary package based on experience.
- Bonus system.
- Group insurance.
- Health insurance.
- Meal vouchers.
- Hybrid working culture.
- 20 legal holidays + 12 compensation days (Pro-rata).
- Continuous learning opportunities.
- A modern and state-of-the-art working environment.
Work Mode
This role offers a hybrid work mode and is based in Kortrijk.
