Fiber Optic Engineer
Koch Industries
Fiber Optic Engineer
Koch Industries
Private conglomerate in energy and materials
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.Assist senior engineers in modelling optical systems (e.g., lenses, coating, fiber coupling) using Zemax or OpticStudio.
2.Perform basic ray tracing, aberration analysis, and tolerance studies.
3.Learn to interpret GD&T symbols (e.g., position, concentricity, parallelism) for optical alignment and mounting interfaces.
4.Support senior engineers in validating mechanical tolerances against optical performance requirements.
5.Research material properties (e.g., optical glass, polymers, metals) for lens mounts and fiber enclosures.
6.Assist in selecting coatings (e.g., anti-reflection, protective) and surface treatments for optical surfaces.
SCOPE:As an assistant Optical/Fiber Engineer, you will assist in designing and optimizing optical systems, fiber optic components, and photonic devices using specialized CAD tools (e.g., Zemax, OpticStudio, or SolidWorks for mechanical integration).
EDUCATION:
REQUIRED:Bachelor’s degree in Optical Engineering, Photonics, Physics, or a related field (2023~2025 graduates, Master’s preferred)
PREFERRED:None
WORK EXPERIENCE:
REQUIRED:Not mandatory
PREFERRED:NA
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
•Basic knowledge of fiber optics, wave optics, and photonics principles.
•Basic proficiency in Zemax/OpticStudio for optical modelling or SolidWorks for mechanical integration.
•Familiarity with parametric design and feature-based modelling.
•Ability to read and interpret technical drawings with tolerances.
•Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
•Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team environment.
•Awareness of manufacturing processes for optical components (e.g., glass molding, CNC polishing) is a plus.
PREFERRED:
•English CET 6 or above, or equivalent. Proficient in reading and writing. Adequate in verbal communication.
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Private conglomerate in energy and materials
Koch Industries is a large, private, diversified conglomerate that operates in energy, chemical processing, and manufacturing. It started from an innovation that turned heavy crude oil into gasoline and grew through long‑term investments rather than short‑term market moves. The company generates value by refining fuels and producing chemical products, and it operates Georgia-Pacific, a major maker of paper and building products. Its business model relies on reinvesting most earnings back into the company to fund steady, long‑term growth rather than paying out frequent dividends or seeking quick profits. Koch differentiates itself from many competitors by staying privately owned, which reduces pressure from public markets and enables longer‑range planning. The company’s goal is to build scale and durability across its holdings by sustainable, multi‑decade growth rather than rapid, episodic gains.
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