Opto-Mechanical Build Engineer

Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, align, and deploy complex opto-mechanical systems
• Develop procedures for scaling in-house opto-mechanical build processes from prototype to volume production
• Integrate high power lasers and high-speed camera solutions
• Design mechanical solutions to integrate optical design with precision and repeatability
• Create drawings specifically to opto-mechanical GD&T standards
• Establish and own the precision alignment process including method, procedure, and software used
• Perform test and characterization of optical performance including process, equipment selection, and passing criteria
• Work closely with process engineering team to solve physics-based interdependencies
• Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams to develop a robust and scalable system architecture

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Optics/Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics with 2 years of hands-on professional experience
• Master's degree in one of these disciplines and at least one hands-on opto-mechanical internship
• Hands-on experience with opto-mechanical systems (build, assembly, alignment, etc.)
• CAD experience, including GD&T and detailed drawing documentation as it relates to opto-mechanics
• Strong mechanical engineering and physics fundamentals

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in optical engineering or mechanical engineering
• Experience with high power lasers (tens to hundreds of watts)
• Experience designing optics for industrial systems such as semiconductor, laser cutting, or long distance laser communication
• Basic understanding of image and signal processing
• Knowledge of motion control and kinematics
• Experience with design of fluid or thermal systems

Benefits

• Significant stock option packages
• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Traditional and Roth 401(k)
• Relocation assistance provided
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
• Generous Paid Parental Leave
• Free daily catered lunch and dinner