OPTICAL SIMULATION ENGINEER

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AGC Technovation Centre
Research & Development

Make Your Mark Every Day

At AGC, you change the world with innovative materials, technology and solutions. Working closely in an inclusive and international team, your ideas and expertise take on new value. And following the highest performance and ethical standards, the challenges you overcome will improve daily life for millions of people.

Make your career an everyday essential part of the world.

100
More than 100 sites
throughout Europe.
15,000
15,000 employees at the service
of our customers
Building and Automotive
Glass supplier to building,
automotive, solar and high-tech sectors

What if your
next job was about...

Your mission:
You’ll join the Automotive Sciences Solutions team – a dynamic group of around 30 engineers and technicians dedicated to :

  • Supporting businesses by providing valuable insights and technical expertise
  • Anticipating future market needs and new customer requirements
  • Accelerating product and process development thanks to system development, digital, metrology and validation tools

Responsibilities will include :

  • Guiding projects from the conceptual stage through to serial production and plant support while maintaining clear communication with both customers and partners 
  • Focusing on automotive products where expertise in 'Applied Optics & Opto-electronics' is crucial eg Wideye camera, Wideye Lidar, PHUD, HUD, functional roofs (lighting, PDLC etc)


Specific tasks will include :

  • Developing models of optical systems using the most appropriate software and modeling strategy  
  • Conducting optical characterizations of different materials, including glass, to feed the simulation models with experimental data
  • Preparing detailed documentation and R&D reports that outline and assess effectiveness of simulation output with clear technical and design recommendations
  • Engaging in collaboration and networking activities
  • Keeping up to date with  the latest developments in optical technologies and simulation methodologies 

Are you the perfect match ?

Your talents :

  • Background in Optics (Master or PhD in Physics)
  • Must have: expertise in optics, material optical properties, and scripting/coding
  • Between 3 to 5 years of experience (not mandatory but preferably in the glass industry)
  • Interest in simulation and modelling
  • Able to elaborate, test, and propose new concepts autonomously 
  • Project management
  • Effective communicate skills in multicultural environments 

What do we offer

Why you should apply ?

  • A complete package including a competitive salary, 40 days holiday, luncheon vouchers...
  • A policy of two days' homeworking a week
  • A complete training catalogue in the field of glass, personal and technical development as well as support during the first months of onboarding
  • A stimulating work environment with innovative technologies, and a friendly, open-minded and talented team that respects autonomy while always listening to your ideas
  • The opportunity to get involved in sustainable development: AGC is committed to the environment and social transition through its staff's involvement in a number of initiatives

Curious to know more
about your future site ?

You will be based at AGC's Technovation centre in Gosselies where research and development, engineering and intellectual property activities are centralised under one roof with about 300 staff members. With different nationalities, the atmosphere reflects our values of inclusion and diversity: we value the uniqueness of individuals and the different perspectives and talents they bring to AGC. Our teams have a great exposure to different aspects of glass business and new technologies. They are driven by collaboration, motivation, curiosity and respect for autonomy. This makes daily work enjoyable and life easier.

Come and join us !

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