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 - $150K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic role impacting future energy systems by leading innovative transmission planning initiatives and collaborating with industry experts. Drive technical insights while...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $95K *

Drive client satisfaction by managing diverse projects, fostering relationships, and mentoring teams. Bring expertise in project management to implement solutions that exceed expectations in a fast-pa...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $95K *

Drive engineering excellence by managing project specifications, schedules, and technical support to ensure timely delivery in the material handling sector, while collaborating effectively with cross...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$156K - $212K *

Join a high-performing team to design advanced signal systems for transit and rail projects. Your expertise will ensure successful and safe operations while working on complex engineering challenges i...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$213K - $240K *

Lead the charge in GMP Quality Assurance by providing oversight for clinical and manufacturing programs, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices while fostering collaborative partnersh...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Contribute to mechanical engineering excellence by managing project scopes, overseeing schedules, and ensuring compliance with specifications, while supporting a team of engineers in delivering qualit...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Lead the charge in developing mechanical engineering solutions to support complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to customer specifications while collaborating across departments and...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Drive transformational strategies in product management for innovative assays and OEM partnerships, overseeing lifecycle management and global distribution to enhance performance and growth in transfu...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Engage with clients to manage JOC programs, coordinating multiple construction projects while ensuring contract compliance and providing outstanding customer experiences throughout Connecticut...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $150K *

Transform enterprise solutions by leading a team of engineers, overseeing project delivery, and integrating high-quality software while ensuring operational excellence and alignment across stakeholder...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Redefine data engineering by crafting scalable platforms and pipelines that empower analytics and insights across interconnected business operations while ensuring data quality and integrity...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Drive enterprise transformation with AI solutions. Engage directly with global customers to deploy innovative workflows and achieve measurable impacts using advanced engineering practices in dynamic e...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$166K - $208K *

Contribute to a product-led growth team by transforming high-fidelity design layouts into dynamic, interactive web experiences. Collaborate closely with designers to enhance the design system and set...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$117K - $142K *

Transform your career by partnering with Sales to provide technical leadership, solve customer challenges, and demonstrate the value of solutions in a dynamic, collaborative environment focused on dri...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $130K *

Champion payment solutions by enhancing financial infrastructure accuracy, ensuring timely worker payouts, accurate billing, and effective fraud prevention, while engaging collaboratively with operati...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $120K *

Engage with healthcare stakeholders to drive growth in imaging accounts, enhance sales strategy, and ensure customer satisfaction. Leverage industry knowledge to meet sales targets and strengthen rela...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$176K - $233K *

Unlock growth by driving sales strategy and customer relationships across EMEA, managing a motivated sales team while expanding market share in high-tech OEM sectors through strong leadership and stra...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $125K *

Transform material handling solutions by leading design and execution of control systems, ensuring customer specifications are met. Drive innovation while mentoring junior team members and managing di...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Unlock potential by becoming a key player in transforming cloud environments, driving efficiency, and delivering insights across enterprises while collaborating with sales to validate and showcase inn...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $135K *

Pioneer the evolution of marketing operations by leading automation, AI implementation, and performance analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance campaign effectiveness and drive pi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $250K *

Advance operational excellence by leading building automation systems for a global fleet, ensuring optimal coordination and continuous improvement of critical environments to meet AI workload demands...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $135K *

Drive growth in marine-grade wire and cable solutions by building strong customer relationships, leveraging technical expertise, and executing strategic account plans in a remote sales role with signi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$153K - $165K *

Develop high-quality software solutions while mentoring a skilled engineering team. Collaborate on complex client applications and enhance system performance, ensuring scalability and reliability in c...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive platform integration and enhance capabilities through systems engineering expertise. Collaborate on future planning and analysis tasks, ensuring robust documentation and integration support whil...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$260K - $325K *

Architect the strategy for a cloud-based quantum developer platform, driving adoption by integrating classical computing workflows with quantum capabilities, defining future platform needs, and measur...

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6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.