Sr. Optical Engineer

About Us: Ocean Optics is a fast-paced high performing and high growth organization that was recently named one of Orlandos Best Places to work! Our people thrive in an inclusive innovative and collaborative culture. Join our team of instigators of the possible where WE MEASURE WHAT MATTERS .For more information please visit

Join world-class experts in finding answers to our customers toughest questions as our Sr. Optical Engineer for the Ocean Optics Business Unit. As a Senior Optical Engineer the ideal candidate will have a strong background in optical design testing and evaluation of optical systems. The candidate will be responsible for the design and development of optical systems for various applications including but not limited to spectroscopy sensing and optical imaging systems. The successful candidate will also have experience in managing and mentoring a team of junior engineers and working collaboratively with other engineering and cross-functional teams.

As a Sr. Optical Engineer you will:

Design and develop optical systems for various applications including but not limited to spectroscopy sensing and optical imaging systems.

Perform optical system analysis modeling tolerancing and simulation.

Conduct optical component selection and characterization.

Design and conduct optical experiments and tests.

Analyze optical data and generate reports for management and cross-functional teams.

Manage and mentor a team of junior engineers.

Work collaboratively with other engineering and cross-functional teams to ensure timely and successful project completion.

Stay current with advances in optical technologies and industry trends.

Identify and recommend new optical technologies and tools to enhance the companys product offerings.

Other duties as assigned.

ABOUT THE CANDIDATE

Our ideal candidate brings a wealth of engineering experience and will possess:

Masters or Ph.D. in Optical Engineering Physics or a related field.

7 years of experience in optical system design testing and evaluation.

Strong knowledge of optical design software such as Zemax or Code V.

Knowledge of Fred a plus.

Experience with optical component selection and characterization.

Experience with optical system analysis modeling and simulation.

Experience with optical testing and experimentation.

Strong communication Design for high-volume manufacturing.

Strong data analysis capability including experience using MATLAB Python or comparable.

Experience with factory ramp and new product introduction.

Outstanding interpersonal skills innovation and the ability to motivate inspire and influence cross-group/functional teams with a high degree of independence and success .

An entrepreneurial spirit and mindset bringing a natural curiosity for what can be and the willingness to challenge boundaries.

Ability to deal with ambiguity navigate uncertain situations and drive for clarity .

Ability to operate effectively in a highly matrixed organization influencing culture and decisions.

Demonstrated critical thinking capacity while maintaining a wholistic business view (ability to operate at tactical and strategic levels).

Strong bias for action a high sense of urgency and the ability to drive results.

Proven ability to work independently.

High standard of ethics and integrity.

Ocean Optics pioneered miniature spectrometers and deliver spectral solutions to researchers OEMs and industrial customers alsodesigns and builds industrial-grade photonics systems for material inspection chemical identification and quality assurance.

At Ocean We Measure What Matters and our Mission is to design precise photonics systems to solve customer measurement challenges to make the world safer cleaner and healthier. We have discovered refined and delivered new approaches to solving problems with spectroscopy and imaging technologies. Backed by deep experience we are working within applications includingbiomedicalsemiconductorsresearch & science industrial environmentalfood & agricultureand safety & security. Wepartner with customersto achieve ambitious goals leveraging the power of light for advancement in health safety and the environment.

With more than 200 employees worldwide including in the US Europe and Asia we leverage the wealth of knowledge from a diverse and multidisciplinary team which drives our growth and high performance. Ocean Optics is a subsidiary of Halma plc an international market leader in safety health and environmental technology.

Ocean Optics offers a comprehensive compensation package and health and wellness benefits. Also as a member of the Halma Group of companies () our employees enjoy excellent career development networking and advancement opportunities worldwide.

Ocean Optics is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age race creed color national origin ancestry marital status affectional or sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability nationality sex or veteran status.

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