Optical Engineer Jobs

Discover high-paying Optical Engineer jobs on Ladders. If you're an expert in developing optical systems and components, this is the category for you.

What is an Optical Engineer?

Optical Engineers are professionals who apply the principles of optics to design, create, and improve optical systems and devices. Their work can include research and development in areas such as optical sensors, lasers, and imaging systems.

What are the skills required for an Optical Engineer?

The skills required for Optical Engineers include optical system design, problem-solving, research and development expertise, knowledge of optical software, and a deep understanding of physical sciences and mathematics.

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$120K - $160K *

Drive innovation as a technical leader in Developer Experience, enhancing engineering productivity through tooling and frameworks. Collaborate with diverse teams to streamline workflows and empower de...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Explore opportunities to enhance pipe support designs, collaborating with engineers, contractors, and distributors while driving sales growth and ensuring project specification compliance across the M...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $110K *

Transform your sales expertise into impactful solutions as you analyze, support, and drive product placement within the construction sector, collaborating with contractors, engineers, and distributors...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $110K *

Champion incremental sales by guiding product design, collaborating with teams, and ensuring high-quality support for contractors and engineers in the Midwest’s piping industry. Leverage expertise to...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Drive success by engaging with hospital stakeholders and surgeons to increase product adoption and demand. Leverage your expertise to navigate complex environments, build relationships, and deliver ta...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $180K *

Lead the charge in enhancing asset reliability as you drive data insights into actions across a global manufacturing network. Collaborate with experts, execute strategies, and transform maintenance pr...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$177K - $266K *

Drive success as you lead a remote team of Systems Engineers to enhance technical sales and partner engagement across the Southwest Mountain region, ensuring strong product adoption in a rapidly evolv...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$168K - $312K *

Shape sterility assurance strategy with a focus on U.S. regulatory compliance, influencing global manufacturing quality. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance aseptic capabilities and drive cross...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$147K - $220K *

Lead strategic initiatives to enhance commercial effectiveness through data-driven insights, sales operations governance, and innovative technology solutions while collaborating across teams to drive...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Execute scalable financial application solutions by collaborating with Finance and IT. Design, configure, and maintain systems to enhance workflows, reduce errors, and ensure compliance with accountin...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing an AI-assisted data conversion platform, ensuring seamless schema mapping and data integrity across diverse educational data systems while managing end-to-end delivery an...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing top-notch field service support, ensuring customer satisfaction through expert troubleshooting, installations, and maintenance of advanced Warehouse Robotics...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Drive customer engagement for enterprise accounts through onboarding, pilots, and strategy development. Lead executive presentations and facilitate collaboration across departments to ensure operation...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $181K *

Lead and innovate complex multi-span bridge projects, ensuring technical excellence from design to delivery. Collaborate with clients, mentor teams, and shape engineering strategies to advance the pra...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $130K *

Lead high-profile client engagements, enhancing Information Governance and eDiscovery strategies across diverse industries, while collaborating on project deliverables and advising on compliance and t...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $175K *

Grow your career with this hands-on role leading customer engagements in power and analog solutions. Utilize your expertise to support design integration, perform technical reviews, and deliver traini...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$66K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing audio/visual experiences through innovative design, management, and technical support in various environments, ensuring seamless integration and exceptional s...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $160K *

Take ownership of secure production systems, architecting and deploying innovative infrastructure solutions across cloud-native and edge environments, ensuring reliability and compliance with operatio...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $155K *

Shape the future of engineering excellence by defining technical standards, leading complex software design, and mentoring the next generation of engineers while driving platform strategy and ensuring...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in developing and applying innovative engineering solutions for complex power generation projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality deliverables, engage with clients, and super...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading projects in Manufacturing Systems Engineering, focusing on Model-Based Manufacturing and Process Health. Drive innovation, technical excellence, and integrated technology s...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Unlock your potential as you design and build backend solutions for innovative software in a collaborative environment focused on enhancing our insurance applications and driving business value throug...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive innovation by partnering with customers to craft tailored power solutions, leveraging technical expertise while collaborating across engineering, marketing, and sales to ensure product excellenc...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Make your mark at a pivotal leadership role, driving operational excellence and team empowerment in a dynamic support engineering environment while enhancing user experience through continuous improve...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$172K - $249K *

Join our dynamic Security team to build and maintain detection systems while protecting corporate and production environments. Leverage your expertise in security engineering to enhance our defenses a...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Optical Engineer do?question toggle

    Optical Engineers utilize the principles of optics to research, develop, and improve optical systems and equipment. This can encompass a wide range of applications, from medical devices and telecommunications equipment to aerospace systems and more.

  • What qualifications do you need to be an Optical Engineer?question toggle

    Most Optical Engineer roles require at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as physics or electrical engineering. However, many high-paying Optical Engineer jobs may require a master's degree or Ph.D., along with professional experience in the field.

  • What is the salary range for Optical Engineers?question toggle

    Salary can vary greatly depending upon factors like geographic location, size of the company, and level of experience. However, at Ladders, we host Optical Engineer jobs that offer salaries of $100000 or more.