Optics & Display Engineer

Visteon is a global automotive technology leader, advancing mobility through innovative technology solutions that enable a software-defined future. The company's state-of-the-art product portfolio merges digital cockpit innovations, advanced displays, AI-enhanced software solutions, and integrated EV architecture solutions. With expertise spanning passenger vehicles, commercial transportation, and two-wheelers, Visteon partners with global automakers to create safer, cleaner, and more connected journeys. Founded in 2000, the company employs 10,000 employees in 18 countries around the globe. In 2024, Visteon recorded annual sales of approximately $3.87 billion and secured $6.1 billion in new business. To know more about us, visit visteon.com .

Mission of the Role

Design, develop, simulate, validate, and measure optical and display systems for automotive applications. The role combines optical engineering, illumination design, laboratory measurements, and metrology expertise.

Key Objectives of the Role:

• Develop optical and illumination solutions for automotive displays and lighting systems.
• Perform optical system design, requirements analysis, component selection, and verification.
• Conduct optical measurements, including luminance, color, contrast, viewing angle, Mura, and camera MTF analysis.
• Build and validate prototypes and engineering samples.
• Manage optical laboratory equipment and develop new capabilities.
• Develop measurement methods, work instructions, and best practices.
• Provide support for global engineering programs across Europe, APAC, and North America.
• Prepare technical reports and recommendations.
• Support LED selection, optical component specification, and illumination BOM creation.
• Drive process improvements and standards compliance.

Key Performance Indicators:

• On-time delivery of optical engineering and validation activities.
• High-quality technical reports and engineering recommendations.
• Successful execution of optical measurements and product characterisation.
• Development of laboratory capabilities and improvements to measurement processes.
• Compliance with quality, calibration, and engineering standards.
• Effective support of global product development programmes.

Key Year-One Deliverables:

• I ndependently perform optical measurements for production and development programmes.
• Deliver validated optical analysis and technical recommendations.
• Contribute to optical design, prototype validation and product optimisation activities.
• Improve at least one laboratory process or measurement capability.
• Support multiple global programmes through timely engineering execution.
• Establish expertise in Visteon's optical metrology tools, methods and standards.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• 2-5+ years of experience in optical engineering, illumination design, or optical metrology.
• Knowledge of photometry, colorimetry, and display characterization.
• Experience with laboratory equipment and measurement techniques.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Experience with LightTools, Zemax, Speos, or similar tools is an advantage.
• Automotive product development experience is preferred.

Key Behaviors:

• Critical Thinking
• Collaboration
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Continuous Learning
• Results Orientation

Reporting Structure:

• Part of the Global Display – Platform Structure reporting directly to the Associate Team
• Location: Sofia, Bulgaria

Competitive Compensation And Benefits

• Possibilities for career development in an international company;
• Professional development based on up-to-date training opportunities and expertise;
• 25 days paid annual leave;
• Additional health insurance and life insurance;
• Competitive remuneration package with a pool of benefits and incentives schemes at place;
• Open and friendly working atmosphere;
• Social activities.

In the fast lane of technology. At Visteon, we’re redefining how the world connects through its vehicles. Our innovations transform the driving experience for millions, powered by a high-performance culture that challenges the status quo and sparks new possibilities—in careers and communities. Join us and help shape the future.