About the Role
The role involves leading the design, modeling, and testing of complex optical components and systems, supporting product development from concept through manufacturing readiness.
Responsibilities
- Design and optimize optical systems for performance, manufacturability, and cost efficiency
- Develop detailed specifications for optical subsystems and components
- Perform optical modeling and simulation using industry-standard software tools
- Support prototyping and experimental validation of optical designs
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, electrical, and software engineers
- Lead tolerance analysis and sensitivity studies for optical assemblies
- Guide integration and alignment of optical systems in lab and production environments
- Troubleshoot optical performance issues across development and testing phases
- Create and maintain design documentation, test plans, and validation reports
- Ensure compliance with engineering standards and product requirements
- Evaluate new materials, coatings, and optical fabrication techniques
- Interface with external vendors and manufacturing partners on optical component sourcing
- Drive continuous improvement in optical design methodologies and workflows
- Support design for testability and manufacturability across optical subsystems
- Participate in design reviews and technical risk assessments
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on optical projects
- Stay current with advancements in optical engineering and related technologies
- Contribute to intellectual property development through patent disclosures
- Assist in the development of test instrumentation for optical characterization
- Ensure alignment of optical design with system-level performance goals
- Manage multiple project timelines and deliverables in a dynamic environment
- Apply statistical methods to analyze optical test data and performance trends
- Support reliability testing and environmental qualification of optical systems
- Translate customer and system requirements into optical design parameters
- Lead root cause analysis for field or lab-based optical failures
Compensation
Competitive salary and benefits package offered based on experience and qualifications.
Work Arrangement
On-site position with potential for hybrid work options as per company policy.
Team
Collaborative engineering environment focused on advanced optoelectronic systems development.
Physical Demands
- Position requires occasional lifting of equipment up to 20 pounds
- Frequent use of hands for assembling components and operating lab equipment
- Regular standing, sitting, and moving between workstations and lab areas
- Close visual acuity for reviewing schematics, optical alignments, and test data
Work Environment
- Laboratory and office settings with controlled lighting and temperature
- Exposure to laser sources following established safety protocols
- Occasional interaction with prototype hardware and test setups
- Collaborative workspace with team meetings and technical discussions
Sponsorship available for qualified candidates requiring work authorization.
