Applied Optics: Design, Imaging, and Precision

At Steneg, we take technology and what it represents very seriously. We know that applied optics is the foundation of multiple industries that depend on the precise manipulation and control of light. From imaging systems to advanced instrumentation, this discipline drives advancements in automotive, healthcare, defense, and high-precision manufacturing.


To continue innovating in this field, companies need professionals with exceptional technical mastery and the ability to evolve in multidisciplinary environments. At our firm, we connect companies with experts in optical design, simulation, and the development of advanced optical technologies, ensuring that each selected talent can make a difference in the sector.

 
Optical Design and Simulation

High-performance optical systems require meticulous design and advanced simulations to optimize light efficiency and quality in each application.

Expertise in:
  • Design and optimization of lenses and optical systems with tools like Zemax, Code V, and LightTools.
  • Analysis and modeling of optical aberrations, diffraction, and light propagation in different media.
  • Prototyping and validation of optical systems, ensuring alignment and performance in industrial and scientific environments.
  • Development of custom optics, from freeform lenses to adaptive optics.
Key applications:
  • Precision optical devices in automotive and aerospace.
  • Development of advanced lighting systems and optical metrology.
  • Optimization of optical performance in medical devices and industrial lasers.
 
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Imaging and Sensor Technology
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Image capture and processing are essential in multiple applications, from machine vision to microscopy and space exploration. We connect companies with specialized talent in:

  • CMOS and CCD image sensors for industrial cameras, medical devices, and machine vision.
  • Machine vision systems applied to quality control, automation, and visual data analysis.
  • Optics in advanced microscopy, including fluorescence, super-resolution, and atomic force microscopy (AFM).
  • Lenses and optics for high-performance cameras, applied in defense, satellites, and astronomical observation.

 
Femtosecond Light Manipulation

Ultrafast optics is a key area in telecommunications, spectroscopy, and material processing. We ensure the selection of experts in:

Expertise in:
  • Ultrashort pulse lasers, applied in microfabrication, laser surgery, and THz generation.
  • Control and manipulation of light in the time domain, including pulse compression and amplification.
  • Light-matter interaction at extreme temporal scales, relevant in fundamental research and industrial applications.
Key applications:
  • Innovation in telecommunications through ultrafast optics techniques.
  • Development of new spectroscopic techniques for advanced analysis.
  • Material processing with ultrafast lasers in industrial environments.
 
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Diffraction Optics and Holographic Applications
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Holography and diffraction grating technologies enable advanced light manipulation in applications ranging from 3D visualization to high-resolution spectroscopy. We work with specialists in:

Expertise in:
  • Diffraction gratings for spectroscopy, telecommunications, and precision optics.
  • Holographic displays and augmented reality technologies based on optical diffraction.
  • Holographic metrology applied to surface measurement and quality control in the industry.
Key applications:
  • Advanced visualization through holography and diffraction.
  • High-resolution spectroscopy with optical grating technologies.
  • Industrial quality control based on holographic metrology.
 
Optical Metrology and Quality Control

Industrial and scientific applications require extreme precision in optical measurement. We select professionals with experience in:

Expertise in:
  • Optical interferometry for surface measurement and quality control in precision optics.
  • Advanced spectroscopy for material, chemical, and biomedical analysis.
  • Optical metrology techniques in the characterization of optical components and system alignment.
  • Laser-based measurement systems, including optical profilometry and 3D scanning.
Key applications:
  • Precise measurement in the manufacturing of high-precision optics.
  • Spectroscopic analysis in industrial and scientific environments.
  • Quality control in the production of optical components.
 
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Talent Evaluation
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Key competencies:
  • Knowledge in nonlinear optics, photonic circuits, and advanced optoelectronics.
  • Experience in integrating photonic systems with electronics and software.
  • Ability to design, test, and optimize photonic devices.
  • Skills in R&D and development of new photonic materials.
Evaluation methods:
  • Practical tests in the design and simulation of photonic systems.
  • Evaluation of experience in integrating photonics into industrial applications.
  • Case studies in fiber optic networks, optoelectronics, and advanced detection.
 
Networking
Innovation in applied optics occurs in an ecosystem where collaboration between specialists, research centers, and companies is key. Strategies to enhance networking in applied optics:
  • Participation in international conferences and congresses, such as SPIE Photonics West, Optica (formerly OSA), and EPIC Meetings.
  • Collaboration with universities and optical research centers, facilitating access to emerging talent and new technologies.
  • Linking with manufacturers and suppliers of optical components, key for the transition from R&D to production.
  • Specialized communities and forums, such as LinkedIn Groups in optics, Zemax networks, and optical engineering associations.
Benefits of an active network:
  • Access to experts in specific niches of applied optics.
  • Opportunities for joint innovation with industry leaders.
  • Greater visibility to attract and retain talent in advanced optics companies.
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Retention
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We care about retaining talent, ensuring that each professional feels valued and motivated in their work environment. Strategies for talent retention in applied optics:
  • Continuous training and professional development programs, tailored to the needs of each employee.