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Photonics Design Engineer - Semiconductors

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

YOUR ROLE

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Photonics Design Engineer to support the development and optimization of cutting-edge photonic integrated circuits (PICs) in Leuven. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in photonic component design, modeling, and layout, who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, model, and layout photonic components and integrated circuits using industry-standard tools.
  • Set up and execute design of experiments (DoE) to validate and optimize photonic designs.
  • Analyze test data to extract performance metrics and guide design improvements.
  • Translate customer requirements into system-level concepts and PIC architectures.
  • Contribute to the enhancement of existing photonic platforms.
  • Maintain and update design libraries, documentation, and standard operating procedures.

YOUR PROFILE

  • Degree in Photonics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field (Master’s or PhD preferred).
  • Proven experience in photonic design and simulation tools (e.g., Lumerical, IPKISS, Synopsys, etc.).
  • Strong analytical skills and experience with data analysis tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB).
  • Familiarity with PIC fabrication processes and testing methodologies.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with silicon photonics or other integrated photonic platforms.
  • Knowledge of optical communication systems and applications.
  • Experience working with customer-driven design requirements.

 

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE?

 

  • At Capgemini Belgium we offer flexibility in more than one way: next to our hybrid way of working, where we offer you can work 70% from home, we also offer our flex abroad program. With this program you can work up to 45 days abroad, this to maintain a good work-life balance.
  • Our mission is your career path. Our array of career growth programs and diverse professions are crafted to support you in exploring a world of opportunities.
  • OUTfront, Women@Capgemini or CapAbilityare 3 examples of employee led networks dedicated to advance diversity, equity and inclusion within workplace and society.

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE?

Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.
Ref. code:  356193
Posted on:  6 Nov 2025
Experience Level:  Experienced Professionals
Contract Type:  Permanent
Location: 

Diegem, BE

Brand:  Capgemini Engineering
Professional Community:  Software Engineering

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