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Assistant Optical Engineer Jobs in Rochester, NY

Kodak

Equipment Technician - Manufacturing

Rochester, NY · On-site

$25 - $26/hr

The ideal candidate will have prior experience with optical and physical characterization of ... Potential for role to assist manufacturing operations off-hours as needed • Effective verbal and ...

IDEX

B-Shift Supervisor

West Henrietta, NY · On-site

... optics, coatings, ceramics, and engineered components. Serving customers in the semiconductor ... Attend CI workshops as a team member; taking ownership of team actions as required. Assist in the ...

IDEX Corporation

B-Shift Supervisor

West Henrietta, NY · On-site

... optics, coatings, ceramics, and engineered components. Serving customers in the semiconductor ... Attend CI workshops as a team member; taking ownership of team actions as required. Assist in the ...

Kodak

Manufacturing Technician

Rochester, NY

$25 - $26/hr

The ideal candidate will have prior experience with optical and physical characterization of ... Potential for role to assist manufacturing operations off-hours as needed Effective verbal and ...

Kodak

Manufacturing Technician

Rochester, NY · On-site

$25 - $26/hr

The ideal candidate will have prior experience with optical and physical characterization of ... Potential for role to assist manufacturing operations off-hours as needed • Effective verbal and ...

Kodak

Manufacturing Technician - Hiring Now

Rochester, NY · On-site

$25 - $26/hr

The ideal candidate will have prior experience with optical and physical characterization of ... Potential for role to assist manufacturing operations off-hours as needed • Effective verbal and ...

Kodak

Manufacturing Technician

Rochester, NY · On-site

$25 - $26/hr

The ideal candidate will have prior experience with optical and physical characterization of ... Potential for role to assist manufacturing operations off-hours as needed • Effective verbal and ...

Kodak

Manufacturing Technician

Rochester, NY · On-site

$25 - $26/hr

The ideal candidate will have prior experience with optical and physical characterization of ... Potential for role to assist manufacturing operations off-hours as needed • Effective verbal and ...

ALCHLIGHT LLC

Technical staff members

Rochester, NY · On-site

Prepare technical documents, proposals, presentations. * Assist technical evaluation, solution ... The desired degrees are in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.

ALCHLIGHT LLC

Technical staff members

Rochester, NY · On-site

Prepare technical documents, proposals, presentations. * Assist technical evaluation, solution ... The desired degrees are in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.

Ralliant

Sr Mechanical Engineer (Qualitrol)

Fairport, NY · On-site

$99K - $131K/yr

Conduct design reviews, assist in FMEA, PFMEA and supporting root cause analysis for mechanical ... Experience in designs consisting of electro-mechanical and optical integration * Experience with ...

Ralliant

Sr Mechanical Engineer (Qualitrol)

Fairport, NY · On-site

$99K - $131K/yr

Conduct design reviews, assist in FMEA, PFMEA and supporting root cause analysis for mechanical ... Experience in designs consisting of electro‑mechanical and optical integration * Experience with ...

Kodak

Coating Technician-Rochester, New York

Hilton, NY · On-site

$30 - $33/hr

... etc.) 4. Assist engineering staff with basic measurements of coated substrates(thickness, coat weight, uniformity, optical clarity, haze, etc) 5. Assist engineering staff with quality system ...

Kodak

Coating Technician

Rochester, NY · On-site

$30 - $33/hr

... etc.) 4. Assist engineering staff with basic measurements of coated substrates(thickness, coat weight, uniformity, optical clarity, haze, etc) 5. Assist engineering staff with quality system ...

Kodak

Coating Technician

Rochester, NY

$30 - $33/hr

... etc.) 4. Assist engineering staff with basic measurements of coated substrates(thickness, coat weight, uniformity, optical clarity, haze, etc) 5. Assist engineering staff with quality system ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant optical engineer in Rochester, NY is $16.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.19 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Optical Engineer vs Optical Engineer?

AspectAssistant Optical EngineerOptical Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in optics, physics, or related field; some experienceBachelor's or master's degree; more experience and specialized knowledge
Work EnvironmentAssists in design, testing, and research in labs or R&D teamsLeads projects, designs optical systems, and supervises testing
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in research labs, manufacturing, and tech companiesUsed in advanced R&D, product development, and engineering teams

The main difference between an Assistant Optical Engineer and an Optical Engineer lies in experience and responsibility. Assistant Optical Engineers support and assist in optical design and testing, often with less experience, while Optical Engineers take on more complex projects and leadership roles. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds, but Optical Engineers typically have more hands-on experience and specialized skills.

What are the most commonly searched types of Optical Engineer jobs in Rochester, NY?

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Infographic showing various Assistant Optical Engineer job openings in Rochester, NY as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $34,295 per year, or $16.5 per hour.

Equipment Technician - Manufacturing

Rochester, NY • On-site

Kodak
Photography Services • 1 - 5K employees
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$25 - $26/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Kodak rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Role Overview
Eastman Kodak Company is looking for a Manufacturing Technician to join our Wide Roll Film Manufacturing division located at the Eastman Business Park in Rochester, NY.
The principal responsibilities for this position are (1) day-to-day manufacturing support (quality, troubleshooting, and testing) of products, (2) maintain and upgrade laboratory equipment, (3) participate in multidisciplinary teams on new product development initiatives. The ideal candidate will have prior experience with optical and physical characterization of polymers in a roll-to-roll manufacturing environment. The position suits a person who can both see the big picture and is interested in the detail of how things happen. This is a hands-on role focused on quality system execution rather than full system ownership.
Responsibilities:
• Independently perform laboratory activities, including but not limited to: sample preparation, laboratory cleaning, maintenance / monitoring / calibration of equipment, optical / physical evaluation of thin films and coatings, and generation of reports
• Work with Operations and Engineering on new and existing products to ensure outgoing product quality through end-to-end oversight
• Review test results and quality records for completeness and compliance prior to final approval by Engineering
• Support product complaint investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions related to quality deviations
• Work directly with Engineering to scope, draft, and execute experiments
• Collaborate with Operations and Engineering to optimize manufacturing of new and existing products to improve product quality and cost
• Develop new test methods to support manufacturing and new business initiatives
• Create and maintain SOPs, WIs, and CAGs based on current operations and best practices
• Participate on multidisciplinary teams to achieve divisional goals
Required Skills / Experience:
• Experience with optical microscopy and visual inspection techniques
• Experience executing bench-scale experiments for coating evaluation
• Good time management skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience with Design of Experiment tools and statistical methods. Microsoft Suite and VBA knowledge are a plus
• Ability to trouble shoot instrument performance and make simple electronic repairs
• Able to work safely and cleanly in a laboratory environment
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
• Ability to work independently as well as in teams that include operators, mechanics, chemists, management and engineers
• Willingness to learn and to work hands on as needed
• Adaptable to changing conditions and priorities. Potential for role to assist manufacturing operations off-hours as needed
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
Minimum Education Requirements:
Associate Degree or minimum 4 years practical experience in manufacturing quality control
EOE Policy Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Estimated Salary: $25.00 - $26.00
Experience Level: 5-10 Years
Requisition ID: 2145

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