Senior Mechanical Engineer – Photonics & Optical Systems
Core
Design mechanical, thermal, and opto-mechanical solutions for photonic integrated circuits (PICs) and optical modules to ensure robust, manufacturable products.
Role type
Senior Mechanical Engineer (Photonics & Optical Systems)
Builds
Photonic integrated circuits (PICs), next-generation optical modules, and complete optical systems integrating photonic devices, electronics, and controls.
Domain
Telecommunications / Data Centers / Photonics
Required skills
Mechanical design, thermal simulations, 3D CAD, GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, heat transfer, structural mechanics, DFM
Preferred skills
Optical/photonic product knowledge, TEC-based temperature control, environmental/reliability testing, Agile methodologies
Technologies
3D CAD, thermal analysis tools, structural analysis tools
Responsibilities
Design enclosures, thermal interfaces, and mechanical components; perform thermal simulations to optimize heat dissipation; evaluate dimensional and geometric tolerance stack-ups; collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on integrated product solutions; design and optimize mechanical fixtures and tooling for calibration; develop mechanical solutions for manufacturing scale-up.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC