Optical Surface Manufacturing Engineer (f/m/x)
Core
Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for optical components, specifically prescription lenses made of plastic and mineral materials, ensuring quality and scalability for XR vision correction systems.
Role type
Optical Surface Manufacturing Engineer
Builds
Prescription lenses and optical components for Extended Reality (XR) vision correction
Domain
Optics manufacturing / Consumer Electronics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
lens surfacing, precision optics manufacturing, process development, machine operation (grinding, milling, turning, polishing, edging), optical quality inspection, preventive maintenance, process documentation
Preferred skills
experience with freeform generators, process capability analysis, continuous improvement methodologies
Technologies
freeform generators, polishers, edgers, grinding machines, milling machines, turning machines
Responsibilities
Plan and execute trials for new materials and lens geometries; Develop and optimize machine parameters for optical component generation; Collaborate with equipment suppliers on hardware/software upgrades; Establish standard operating procedures for series production; Analyze process performance and implement continuous improvements; Perform preventive maintenance on equipment