Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer

Job Responsibilities

Work independently and partner with optical engineers and physicists to iteratively design mechanics for optical subsystems in the areas of laser distribution, high numerical aperture microscope imaging, and optical cavities
Work with physicists to design ultra-high vacuum chambers, vacuum system housing, and mechanical coupling to optical systems
Own complex technical projects from concept to delivery
Analyze and make recommendations to the engineering team to balance competing requirements
Create novel designs and specifications from the component level up to the system level
Evaluate suitability of design solutions by performing detailed stability, thermal, and tolerance analysis
Assist in hands-on assembly, alignment, and integration of finalized designs

Experience & Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, advanced degree is a plus
5-8+ years opto-mechanical design experience

Qualifications

Hands on experience with optics and opto-mechanical best practices
Mastery of SolidWorks, PDM, or equivalent design and data management software
Strong background with FEA (meshing, modal analysis, thermal analysis, etc.) and corresponding first order analysis
Understanding of material science related to adhesives in an optical environment
DFMA, tolerancing, drawings to ASME Y14.5M and ISO 10110
Strong knowledge of first order optics and aberration theory
Design of precision mechanisms and kinematic systems
Experience mentoring junior engineers and leading technical reviews
Proven track record of owning complex technical projects
Ability to work effectively in an open, collaborative environment
Excellent communication, listening, and people skills
Capable of lifting and moving objects that weigh up to 25 pounds