Posted Position Title Optical Engineer

Job Number	1893192
Business	GE Home & Business Solutions
Business Segment	GE Lighting
About Us	At GE Lighting, we’re leading a global lighting revolution. In developing innovative energy-efficient lighting products, systems, and solutions for today and the future – such as world-class LED, fluorescent and ceramic metal halide light sources -- GE Lighting teams around the world are dedicated to leading a global lighting revolution to deliver innovative solutions that change the way people light and think about their world. Join us and you’ll find yourself in a dynamic atmosphere working with the most talented people in the industry in an open, developmental environment with abundant opportunities to learn, grow and advance within the organization. If you’re a driven, independent problem solver who brings leadership and enthusiasm to everything you do, then join GE in creating the next generation of products that will improve the lives of consumers for generations to come. GE is committed to diversity. We aim to employ the brightest minds in the world to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles - people like you…
Career Level	Experienced
Function	Engineering/Technology
Function Segment	Product Design and Development
Location(s) Where Opening Is Available	Hungary
City	Budapest
Postal Code	1044
Relocation Expenses	No
Role Summary/Purpose	Design new lighting products and systems using LED light sources. Key product types under development include LED replacement lamps, indoor and outdoor Cooperate with Systems design engineer on the mechnical design.
Essential Responsibilities	Using DFSS (Design for Six Sigma) methods, design, develop and manage optical performance of LED packaged lighting products for both saturated and white light colours. This individual will work closely with the design team, mechanical engineers and other members of the development team (including chip design, phosphors, and packaging) to translate customer requirements into high performance, low cost, manufacturable products. Efforts will include: (a) maximizing light extraction from the LED lamp by participating in system design and choice of materials and optical configurations, (b) working closely with suppliers, develop and prototype optical systems leading to mass volume production of components, (c) provide concept feasibility of multiple optical designs for a concept to drive design direction, (d) support commercial team with optical calculations for determining applicability of LEDs to new markets. Use application requirements to define product. Includes use of key software tools to develop concepts and predict performance. - Solidworks or similar 3D solid modelling software - Optisworks or similar optical modelling tools Build cooperation with optical/ lighting fixture suppliers on product manufacturing. Work with engineering team to meet program objectives including performance, scheduling and cost Build optical test capability in lab. Follow applicable standard and regulatory performance requirements, ensure that all requirements are met Mentor team members on optical aspects of lighting design. Use measurement tools to quantify product performance. Includes full range of photometric measurements (photometry, goniometry, etc.). Cooperate with product management team to define the product appearance and rendering Optimize the design for cost competitiveness and manufacturability.
Qualifications/Requirements	BS/MS in Physics, Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Lighting Engineering from accredited university Hands-on design in electro-optical systems with modelling & material science experience LED fixture design experience above is a plus Able to use English as working language Ability to provide quick-turn solutions and creative conceptualization Excellent teamwork; must be able to influence cross-functionally and within the team Excellent interpersonal/facilitation skills; strong verbal and written communications skills Self-motivated; must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with limited direction Problem solver; must have experience in translating customer/marketing requirements into technical specifications Previous design experience with electronics packaging, plastics injection molding, sheet metal, extrusions and metal stamping.