15+ years of experience in designing optomechanical assemblies and opto-mechatronics
Current experience in mechanical design and product development as an optomechanical system architect
Profound knowledge in mechanical engineering for effective issue resolution and communication
Ability to innovate for challenging mechanical design problems using new or existing technologies
Experience with high-precision motorized mechanisms, lens and mirror mounts, and design for manufacture
Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Cad software, primarily SolidWorks
Hands-on approach, routinely participates in building and testing designs
Degree in Mechanical Engineering; graduate degree preferred.
Responsibilities
Lead the development of optical system products from conception to production
Collaborate with diverse engineering teams to tackle complex design challenges
Apply innovative solutions on mechanical design and product realization
Engage in technical detail discussions and showcase previous work examples
Participate in the hands-on build and testing phases of product development
Contribute to the design and analysis of high-precision mechanisms and systems
Benefits
Competitive compensation packages
Challenging and stimulating work environment
Opportunity to work on varied projects across consumer, medical, industrial, and aerospace applications
Small company atmosphere allowing for a broad range of product development
Full Job Description
This role is responsible for architecting complex precision mechanical systems that support advanced optical and imaging products. The Principal Engineer provides strategic technical direction, leads high-impact programs, mentors engineering staff, and ensures mechanical designs meet performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost objectives.
This position combines deep hands-on engineering expertise with cross-functional leadership and long-term technical vision.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead mechanical design efforts for optical systems and instruments.
Serve as a system architect for optomechanical assemblies and opto-mechatronics.
Drive product development from concept through manufacturing, including:
System architecture and conceptualization
Modeling and simulation
Prototyping and laboratory testing
Design and develop precision mechanical systems incorporating:
High-precision motorized mechanisms
Lens and mirror mounts (large and small)
Flexures and kinematic mounts
Metal castings, plastic moldings, and additive manufacturing
Apply principles of Design for Manufacture and support production systems and automated material handling.
Perform FEA analysis (static, modal, thermal) to validate designs.
Utilize SolidWorks or similar CAD software for detailed design work.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product realization.
Participate hands-on in the build and test phases of your designs.
Mentor senior and junior engineers; elevate overall engineering standards
Serve as a technical representative in high-level customer or partner discussions
Qualifications & Skills:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering; master's degree preferred.
15+ years of innovative work designing optomechanical assemblies and opto-mechatronics.
Proven track record of precision mechanical system development, including design, analysis, and product realization.
Expert-level knowledge in mechanical engineering principles.
Experience with FEA (static, modal, thermal).
Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
Ability to innovate and apply new technologies or existing methods to solve complex design challenges.
Strong communication skills to address technical issues with clarity and insight.
Highly motivated and enjoys hands-on work.
Project management experience is a plus, but technical contribution is the primary focus.
About Optikos:
This is a 100% in-office position located in our headquarters in Wakefield, Massachusetts. We offer competitive compensation packages along with a challenging and stimulating environment.
