Sr. Engineer, Optical
San Jose, CA - USA
Job Summary
Job Title: | Sr. Engineer Optical |
Reporting to: | Director Engineering |
Location: | San Jose California |
Job Site: | On-Site |
Job Description Revision Date: | August 3 2026 |
About us:
We know what it takes to be a key partner in life science and medical industries. Since 2002 Gener8 has guided our customers by turning their innovative concepts into reality by providing engineering design services and manufacturing complex instruments software and consumables. Our customers are striving for breakthroughs in research instruments and medical diagnostic and surgical devices that will help scientists and medical professionals understand patient conditions and provide better treatment. Gener8 has offices in San Jose and Carlsbad CA Wilmington MA Indianapolis IN and Cartago Costa Rica.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Hands on assembly and alignment of optical systems
- Ability to work with an interdisciplinary team including senior optical engineers in design of instruments.
- Perform hands-on tests with data collection analysis and presentation of data to project teams and customers.
Required Education:
- Minimum MSc with emphasis on optics.
- At least 2-5 years experience in a relevant field.
Required Experience:
- Optical design skills and knowledge of ZEMAX or similar optical simulation packages.
- Hands on assembly and alignment of optical systems
- Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly with interdisciplinary teams both verbally and in writing.
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Company Benefits:
Health Dental and Vision insurance; 401(k); Life insurance; STD LTD; Flexible spending account Health savings account; Paid time off; Employee discounts Referral program.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Gener8 provides end-to-end guidance and engineering solutions to help innovators commercialize their product development ideas.