Staff Optical Engineer
Core
Develop and maintain system-level optical designs for components, subassemblies, and integrated flow cytometry platforms to support high-volume testing environments in life sciences.
Role type
Staff Optical Engineer (System Design & Integration)
Builds
Integrated flow cytometry platforms and optical subsystems for medical diagnostics
Domain
Life Sciences / Medical Technology / Optical Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
System-level optical design, Zemax (OpticStudio) modeling, optical integration and alignment, supplier qualification, root cause analysis for optical issues, ISO 13485 and 21 CFR Part 820 compliance, statistical data analysis
Preferred skills
Master's or PhD in Optics, Physics, or Optical/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
Technologies
Zemax (OpticStudio), flow cytometry systems, laser modules, fiber optics, detection modules
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain system-level optical designs; Perform Zemax modeling including performance prediction and tolerance analysis; Define optical performance requirements and acceptance criteria; Execute optical integration, alignment, and calibration procedures; Analyze optical performance data to drive design optimization; Lead technical evaluation and qualification of optical suppliers; Support root cause investigations for optical and laser alignment issues; Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and quality teams on design changes and product transfers.
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with strategic initiative leadership