Optical Mechanical Research Engineer-
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Job Location:
Santa Clara County, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
9 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Optical-Mechanical Research Engineer Applied R&D (On-Site)
Northwest Talent Solutions is partnering with a confidential global technology organization to hire an Optical-Mechanical Research Engineer for an applied research team focused on next-generation test measurement and photonics technologies.
This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy working at the intersection of precision mechanical engineering optics/photonics and hands-on laboratory experimentation and who want to see research ideas move from concept to prototype and into commercial products.
What Youll Do:
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Design and develop innovative opto-mechanical and photonics packaging solutions for advanced hardware systems
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Identify emerging optical and photonic mounting or packaging technologies and evaluate their applicability
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Perform mechanical design analysis simulation and tolerance studies using modern CAD and FEA tools
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Build and test prototype hardware to validate feasibility and performance
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Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams spanning optics photonics electronics and software
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Support the transfer of successful research concepts into manufacturable commercial products
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Document designs clearly for fabrication inspection and assembly including GD&T
What Were Looking For:
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Bachelors degree with 10 years of experience masters degree with 5 years or PhD with 3 years in Mechanical Engineering Optical Engineering Physics or a related field
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Demonstrated experience designing mechanical systems for optical or photonic applications
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Strong understanding of precision machining processes materials and tolerances
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Hands-on laboratory experience with prototyping measurement and inspection equipment
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Advanced proficiency with 3D CAD tools FEA and physical prototyping workflows
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Experience documenting designs for fabrication including GD&T
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced research-oriented on-site environment
Nice to Have:
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Experience with opto-mechanical or photonics packaging
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Familiarity with photonic integrated circuits (PICs)
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Experience designing tooling or fixtures for alignment assembly or bonding of optical components
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Exposure to optical design or ray-tracing tools (e.g. Zemax Code V or similar)
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Knowledge of MEMS NOEMS or lab automation and data acquisition
Work Environment:
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Fully on-site role requiring close collaboration with research and engineering teams
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Access to well-equipped laboratories precision machining resources and advanced simulation tools
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Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates
This opportunity is well-suited for engineers who are curious hands-on and motivated to create innovative technologies that have real-world impact.
Key Skills
- Mechanical Design
- System Design
- FEA
- ASME Codes & Standards
- CAD
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Creo
- SolidWorks
- Mechanical Engineering
- Autocad
- HVAC Design
- Autodesk Inventor
