Smith & Nephew

R&D Engineer Optical

Smith & Nephew$85K — $128K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics or Mechanical Engineering with an optomechanical focus
  • 0 to 3 years of relevant engineering experience, including academic projects or internships
  • Fundamental understanding of geometrical optics, illumination and introductory lens design
  • Exposure to optical simulation tools and hands-on laboratory experience
  • Strong analytical, problem solving and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Support the design and analysis of optical components and subsystems
  • Perform optical modeling, simulation and tolerance analysis using industry standard tools
  • Assist with laboratory setup, optical alignment and characterization of prototypes
  • Conduct optical performance testing and analyze results to support design decisions
  • Collaborate with mechanical, electrical and systems engineers for integration
  • Participate in design reviews, risk assessments and verification and validation activities
  • Support documentation and quality activities in line with FDA, ISO 13485 and internal quality processes

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401k plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Medical leave programs
  • Parental leave
  • Generous PTO and paid company holidays
  • 8 hours of Volunteer time
  • Variety of wellness offerings including EAP
Full Job Description
Are you early in your engineering career and excited by the opportunity to work on cutting edge medical technologies? As an R&D Engineer Optical, you will join a collaborative R&D team in Andover, MA, contributing to the design and development of optical systems that help improve patient outcomes around the world. This is a great opportunity to build deep technical expertise while working in a regulated medical device environment.

What will you be doing?
  • Supporting the design and analysis of optical components and subsystems including lenses, illumination systems, imaging systems and fiber optics
  • Performing optical modeling, simulation and tolerance analysis using industry standard tools
  • Assisting with laboratory setup, optical alignment and characterization of prototypes
  • Conducting optical performance testing and analyzing results to support design decisions
  • Collaborating with mechanical, electrical and systems engineers to integrate optical elements into complete medical device systems
  • Participating in design reviews, risk assessments and verification and validation activities
  • Supporting documentation and quality activities in line with FDA, ISO 13485 and internal quality processes


What will you need to be successful?
  • Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics or Mechanical Engineering with an optomechanical focus
  • 0 to 3 years of relevant engineering experience, including academic projects or internships
  • Fundamental understanding of geometrical optics, illumination and introductory lens design
  • Exposure to optical simulation tools and hands on laboratory experience
  • Strong analytical, problem solving and communication skills


The anticipated base compensation range for this position is $85,750 - $128,750 USD annually.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role at Smith + Nephew. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

In addition to base pay, we provide competitive bonus and benefits, which include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k, tuition reimbursement, medical leave programs, parental leave, and generous PTO, paid company holidays annually and 8 hours of Volunteer time and a variety of wellness offerings such as EAP.

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About Smith & Nephew

Smith & Nephew is a global medical technology company headquartered in London, England. The company designs, manufactures, and sells medical devices and products for orthopedic reconstruction, sports medicine, and trauma. Smith & Nephew operates in more than 100 countries and employs over 17,500 people worldwide. The company was founded in 1856 by Thomas James Smith and his nephew, Horatio Nelson Smith, and has grown through a series of mergers and acquisitions. Smith & Nephew's products include joint replacement systems, wound care products, and surgical instruments. The company is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index.
Learn more about Smith & Nephew
Size
17,500 employees
Market Cap
$11.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$448 million
5 Year Trend
+2.2%
Revenue
$4.5 billion

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