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Mountain View, CA · On-site
$152K - $197K/yr
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$137K - $177K/yr
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Santa Clara, CA · On-site
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$120K - $200K/yr
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$120K - $200K/yr
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$150K - $277K/yr
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El Segundo, CA · On-site
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| Aspect | Optical Engineer | Optical Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Bachelor's or higher in optical engineering, physics, or related field | Associate's degree or technical certification in optics or related field |
| Work Environment | Design, development, and testing of optical systems in labs or R&D settings | Assembly, alignment, and maintenance of optical equipment in manufacturing or labs |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Research institutions, tech companies, aerospace, defense | Manufacturers, optical labs, production facilities |
Optical Engineers focus on designing and developing optical systems, requiring higher education and involved in R&D. Optical Technicians handle the assembly, alignment, and maintenance of optical devices, often with technical certifications. Both roles are essential in the optics industry but differ in responsibilities and qualifications.
An optical engineer oversees the scientific application of optics and light in an industrial, research, or manufacturing setting. As an optical engineering professional, your responsibilities include the design of instruments and products that rely on optics, from space telescopes to DVD players. You also may work in research and development to create new technologies and applications for optical science. Your specific duties and the level of education you need varies depending on the field in which you work
$110K - $200K/yr
Full-time
Posted 11 days ago
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Position Overview
We are seeking an Optical Engineer to support the design, development, and optimization of optical transceiver products for high-speed optical communication systems. The candidate will contribute to optical system design, fiber coupling optimization, lens development, optical characterization, and performance validation for next-generation optical communication technologies.
The ideal candidate has strong expertise in optical design tools, optical modeling, and laboratory characterization techniques.
Responsibilities
• Design and optimize optical systems for optical transceiver applications
• Develop and optimize fiber coupling solutions for efficient optical power transfer
• Design, analyze, and optimize optical lenses and beam shaping systems
• Perform optical modeling and simulation using Zemax
• Conduct optical tolerance analysis and performance evaluation
• Characterize and validate optical components and optical assemblies
• Perform laboratory optical measurements including:
• Optical power measurement
• Insertion loss
• Return loss
• Coupling efficiency
• Beam quality characterization
• Support optical alignment, packaging, and assembly development
• Troubleshoot optical system performance issues and implement improvements
• Develop technical reports, specifications, and validation procedures
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product development and manufacturing
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in: Optical Engineering, Photonics, Physics, Applied Physics, or Related technical field
• Experience with optical system design and analysis
• Proficiency in Zemax optical design software
• Knowledge of fiber optics and fiber coupling techniques
• Experience with lens design and optical component development
• Understanding of optical alignment and tolerance analysis
• Experience using optical laboratory equipment and characterization methods
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in collaborative engineering environments
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience developing optical transceiver products
• Familiarity with lasers, photodetectors, collimators, and passive optical components
• Experience with optical packaging and precision alignment
• Programming or data analysis experience (Python or MATLAB preferred)
• Experience with optical simulation and modeling workflows
