Janet Milliez
About Janet Milliez
Janet Milliez is an Optical Systems Applications Engineer with extensive experience in optical engineering and product lifecycle management. She has held various engineering roles at notable companies and has a strong academic background, including a PhD in Optics from the University of Central Florida.
Current Role at Metalenz
Janet Milliez serves as an Optical Systems Applications Engineer at Metalenz, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she applies her expertise in optical engineering to develop innovative solutions. Her work involves the design and application of optical systems, contributing to advancements in imaging and illumination technologies.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining Metalenz, Janet Milliez accumulated extensive experience in engineering roles. She worked at LEDVANCE as a Staff Special Technology Engineer from 2018 to 2021 and previously held the position of Manager of Engineering at LEDVANCE from 2016 to 2018. Her tenure at Osram Sylvania included roles as Manager of Engineering from 2012 to 2016 and Principal Special Technology Engineer I from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, she worked as an Engineer at Panasonic from 2006 to 2010.
Education and Academic Background
Janet Milliez completed her PhD in Optics at the University of Central Florida from 2001 to 2006. Prior to that, she earned a Master of Engineering (MEng) at Télécom Physique Strasbourg from 1997 to 2000. Her foundational education includes studies at Lycée Saint Louis from 1994 to 1997.
Expertise in Optical Engineering
Janet Milliez possesses a strong technical background in optical engineering, focusing on imaging and illumination optics. She has expertise in light sources, including LEDs and lasers, as well as detectors, sensors, and metrology equipment. Her knowledge extends to electronic power supplies and components for smart wireless controls and connected lighting.
Professional Certifications and Achievements
Janet Milliez holds a Black Belt in Design for Six Sigma, reflecting her advanced skills in process improvement and quality management. She has demonstrated her expertise by leading a webinar on Optical Sensing with Metasurfaces in February 2023, showcasing her commitment to sharing knowledge in the field.