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OPT Industries, Inc.

Computational Design

Medford, MA · On-site

OPT Industries optindustries.com is a rapidly growing, Series A venture-backed MIT spinoff company ... Working at the intersection of automation engineering, computational design and polymer science, we ...

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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for opt engineer in the United States is $87,220.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,500.00 and $97,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Opt Engineers often collaborate on multidisciplinary teams to design, prototype, and test optical components or systems such as lenses, lasers, or imaging devices. Your daily responsibilities may involve hands-on laboratory work, simulations using specialized software, and presenting technical findings to colleagues and stakeholders. You’ll likely work with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers, and may interact with manufacturing or quality assurance teams throughout a project's lifecycle. This environment encourages ongoing learning and cross-functional problem-solving, offering opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge advancements in fields like telecommunications, healthcare, and aerospace. As you gain experience, you can move into lead engineering roles, project management, or specialized technical positions.

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To excel as an Opt Engineer, you need strong analytical skills, a thorough understanding of optics and photonics, and a relevant degree in physics, optical engineering, or a related field. Proficiency with optical design software (such as Zemax or Code V), laboratory equipment, and familiarity with industry standards or certifications like SPIE or OSA membership can be advantageous. Excellent problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and strong communication skills set candidates apart in this collaborative and detail-oriented field. These skills are crucial for developing precise optical systems, troubleshooting complex issues, and ensuring successful project outcomes in diverse technical environments.

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An Opt Engineer, or Optical Engineer, designs, develops, and optimizes optical systems and components used in various applications, such as telecommunications, medical devices, and imaging systems. They apply principles of optics, physics, and engineering to create high-performance optical solutions. Their responsibilities may include lens design, laser system development, fiber optics, and optical testing. Additionally, they collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integration with electronic and mechanical components.

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Infographic showing various Opt Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $87,220 per year, or $41.9 per hour.

Computational Design

OPT Industries, Inc.

Medford, MA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

OPT Industries optindustries.com is a rapidly growing, Series A venture-backed MIT spinoff company that focuses on building the next generation of additive manufacturing technology. Working at the intersection of automation engineering, computational design and polymer science, we design and commercially manufacture highly customizable materials and products- everything from cosmetic to luxury fashion.

Our mission is to transform product development by taking an integrated approach from design to manufacturing. We are looking for an experience and self-motivated computational designer to join the product team. You will work on new and existing product lines using our proprietary software and hardware platform. Computational design is the core design process at OPT Industries, where we use a holistic approach to create products at the intersection of computational geometries, bio-inspired material and digital manufacturing.

This will be a full-time on-site position at our main office in Medford, MA, USA.

Opportunities

  • Own/Assist the development of commercial products through their life cycles. 

  • Collaborate with a talented team with diverse backgrounds on interdisciplinary projects.

  • Create commercial-scale high-performance metamaterials using OPT proprietary AM technology.

  • Work with premier brand across different industries, tackling most-concerning issue of the market with innovative solutions.

  • Create design at the intersection of computational geometries, bio-inspired material and digital fabrication.

  • Explore new applications and potential of the next generation AM.

Responsibilities

  • Own the conceptualization, design development of commercial products.

  • Research, design and test complex geometric according to materials and design requirements.

  • Communicate with clients to understand design requirements and formulate actionable design ideas.

  • Work with our Quality and Production Team to ensure manufacturability of products.

  • Work with our Commercial Development Team to develop new applications.

Requirements    

  • Master or Bachelor degree in architectural design, product design, mechanical engineering, or relevant design/engineering discipline.

  • 3+ years work experience in related fields.

  • Good sensibility for functional and aesthetic design.

  • Must be a power user of Rhino/Grasshopper. Proficiency in other parametric modelling/VFX software is a plus.

  • Experience in digital fabrication.

  • Effective communication. Comfortable working collaboratively.

  • Open-minded and research-oriented. Open to new experience and empathetical to end user need.

  • Proficiency in any programming languages is a plus.

Application
A portfolio/work sample is required. Please include your online portfolio link or website with this application. Do not use networking profile(eg. LinkedIn) as your personal website. Applications without portfolio/work sample will not be considered.

Benefits

OPT Industries provides the following benefits to all full-time employees: Medical, Dental, STD, LTD, Life and AD&D Insurance, Tax Free Commuter Benefits, 401k, and more

OPT Industries is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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