Optical Mechanical Engineer

Position: Optical Mechanical Engineer
Location: California, USA
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Overview:

A leading technology company in California is seeking an experienced Optical Mechanical Engineer to join their R&D team. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the design, development, testing, and production of next-generation metrology products involving lasers, polarizing optics, fiber optics, precision mechanics, and electronics. This role requires hands-on experience with precision instruments and the ability to translate concepts into manufacturable products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development lifecycle from prototype to volume production of opto-mechanical products
• Design precision mechanical components and manufacturing tools using advanced CAD (preferably Siemens NX) and perform FEA analysis (preferably ANSYS)
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and technical teams to ensure design feasibility and product quality
• Apply expertise in kinematic design, optics, adhesives, vacuum systems, and precision machining to deliver innovative solutions
• Specify and optimize manufacturing processes and tooling to support product launch and scalability

Mandatory Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or related technical field
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in opto-mechanical design and product development
• Proven track record of taking products from concept through prototype to full-scale manufacturing
• Proficiency with ME CAD software (Siemens NX preferred) and FEA tools (ANSYS preferred)
• Strong knowledge of precision mechanical design principles and opto-mechanical systems
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct design experience with laser systems, interferometers, fiber optic components, or similar precision optical instruments
• Familiarity with optical design and ray tracing software (e.g., Zemax, Fred)
• Experience in semiconductor capital equipment and precision motion control systems
• Advanced degrees (MS or PhD) in related fields are a plus