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Clutch Canada

NPI Alignment Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

This person should have in-depth experience in micro-optic assembly techniques and equipment with a ... alignment required for production * Provide DFM feedback to the engineering team and own process ...

Aeva, Inc.

NPI Alignment Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$132K - $179K/yr

This person should have in-depth experience in micro-optic assembly techniques and equipment with a ... alignment required for production * Provide DFM feedback to the engineering team and own process ...

Aeva, Inc.

NPI Alignment Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$132K - $179K/yr

This person should have in-depth experience in micro-optic assembly techniques and equipment with a ... alignment required for production * Provide DFM feedback to the engineering team and own process ...

Aeva Inc.

NPI Alignment Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$132K - $179K/yr

This person should have in-depth experience in micro-optic assembly techniques and equipment with a ... alignment required for production * Provide DFM feedback to the engineering team and own process ...

Aeva, Inc.

NPI Alignment Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$132K - $179K/yr

This person should have in-depth experience in micro-optic assembly techniques and equipment with a ... alignment required for production * Provide DFM feedback to the engineering team and own process ...

Aeva, Inc.

NPI Alignment Engineer

Mountain View, CA

$132K - $179K/yr

This person should have in-depth experience in micro-optic assembly techniques and equipment with a ... alignment required for production * Provide DFM feedback to the engineering team and own process ...

AEI-CIG

Optical Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$110K - $200K/yr

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 ...

Opto-Alignment Technology

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Associate Production Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

... optical alignment and metrology systems, is seeking a talented, enthusiastic and hands-on Associate ... Opto-Alignment is highly recognized as a quality developer and supplier of state-of-the-art laser ...

Opto-Alignment Technology

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Applications Engineer

Richmond, VA · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

We are highly recognized as a quality developer and supplier of state-of-the-art optical systems for precision optics alignment and surface form metrology. The successful candidate will work with ...

Opto-Alignment Technology

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Associate Production Engineer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

... optical alignment and metrology systems, is seeking a talented, enthusiastic and hands-on Associate ... Opto-Alignment is highly recognized as a quality developer and supplier of state-of-the-art laser ...

Opto-Alignment Technology

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Applications Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

We are highly recognized as a quality developer and supplier of state-of-the-art optical systems for precision optics alignment and surface form metrology. The successful candidate will work with ...

Syntec Optics

Optical Metrology Engineer

Rochester, NY · On-site

$127K - $164K/yr

Support optical alignment, troubleshooting, and root-cause investigations during prototype and production builds. * Collaborate with optical design, manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to ...

Opto-Alignment Technology

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Applications Engineer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

We are highly recognized as a quality developer and supplier of state-of-the-art optical systems for precision optics alignment and surface form metrology. The successful candidate will work with ...

Opto-Alignment Technology

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Senior Field Service Engineer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

We are highly recognized as a quality developer and supplier of state-of-the-art laser-based systems for precision optics alignment, assembly, and inspection. The successful candidate will work with ...

Opto-Alignment Technology

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Senior Field Service Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

We are highly recognized as a quality developer and supplier of state-of-the-art laser-based systems for precision optics alignment, assembly, and inspection. The successful candidate will work with ...

Ravee Optics

Optical Engineer

Dayton, OH · On-site +1

$150K - $190K/yr

Support prototype development, optical alignment, integration, characterization, and environmental testing. * Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, software, manufacturing, and systems engineering ...

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Senior Optical Alignment Engineer - Optical Solutions R&D

Fremont, CA • On-site

Koch Industries
Oil and Gas Extraction • 10K+ employees
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$180K - $250K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead the strategy and implementation of optical coupling of photonic components to laser diodes for advanced packages.

  • Develop and oversee processes for submicron optical alignment and component attachment to ensure long-term stability and reliability.

  • Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers to ensure optical, mechanical, and reliability requirements are met.

Koch Industries rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Molex possesses a rich heritage in the optical industry, delivering high-performance, field-proven optical solutions spanning components, modules, and fully integrated line cards. We provide cutting-edge wavelength management and amplifier technologies, supported by deep optical, mechanical, electrical, and software integration capabilities. These strengths enable Molex to serve the evolving needs of high-density, high-bandwidth, and flexible optical networks.
The Senior Optical Alignment Engineer will lead the strategy and implementation of optical coupling of photonic components to laser diodes for advanced packages (e.g., CPO, ELSFP). This role is responsible for alignment equipment and processes to achieve sub-micron stability for long-term reliability. The position requires close collaboration with R&D and product design teams, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers to ensure laser components meet stringent optical, mechanical, and Telcordia reliability requirements.
What You Will Do
  • Provide technical leadership to design novel optical assemblies for coupling III-V laser diodes with high efficiency
  • Design corresponding fiber mounts/assembly that includes components (e.g., fiber lens, lenses, PICs, SOA, VBG); Specify requirements for optical alignment equipment
  • Develop processes for submicron alignment (x, y, z, f), solder or epoxy attach of components (e.g., laser diode, ceramic mounts)
  • Partner with R&D and operation teams to ensure alignment equipment/processes are compatible with manufacturable, high-yield assembly flows
  • Define and oversee pre-qualification testing to verify submicron optical stability for Telcordia qualification
  • Support failure analysis investigations and corrective actions associated with optical misalignment, working with internal teams, suppliers, and customers
  • Work intimately with laser diode experts to create optimized optical designs for high coupling efficiency

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
  • PhD in Optics, Photonics, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field
  • 10+ years of industry R&D experience developing optoelectronic packages transferred to manufacturing environments
  • Hands-on experience specifying the design of optical alignment equipment to achieve submicron tolerances
  • Experience running Optics software package/s (e.g., Zemax) to optimize optical designs
  • Knowledgeable of various optical components specifications (e.g., laser diodes, gratings, mirrors, lenses, PIC, SOA)
  • Experience with stable attachment methods (e.g., glass frit, solder, epoxy)
  • Experience with qualification methodologies (e.g., GR-468), reliability testing, and statistical analysis tools
  • Experience with optical-packaging failure modes, with a demonstrated track record in failure mode analysis and resolution
  • Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) methodology: design, verification, qualification, release to manufacturing
  • Experience effectively communicating with suppliers, customers, and cross-functional internal teams

For this role, we anticipate paying $180,000- $250,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
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