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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$75K - $90K *

Join a dynamic aerospace team to enhance quality assurance processes and drive compliance with industry standards. You'll develop quality systems, conduct audits, and resolve issues while collaboratin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$113K - $209K *

Champion the integration of simulation and testing for implant mechanical reliability. Collaborate across teams to ensure high-performance materials meet rigorous standards for brain-computer interfac...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to design and build cutting-edge AI applications, taking ownership of impactful projects and driving innovative design ideas. Collaborate directly on product decisions, contributin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in production management, overseeing workflow, quality, and costs. Leverage your leadership skills to ensure training and operational standards, while drivin...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Lead corporate procurement and strategic sourcing to enhance supplier partnerships, reduce risk, and drive cost efficiency across multiple locations. Collaborate with various teams to support producti...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $150K *

Collaborate with a dynamic team to design and integrate electrical systems for industrial CT scanners, integrating hardware and software components in a hands-on, interdisciplinary role...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $112K *

Partner with us to coordinate cross-functional projects, ensuring timely delivery of complex capital equipment while collaborating with teams across sales, engineering, and logistics to streamline ope...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Reimagine the future of sensing technology by leading design and validation activities. Collaborate across multi-functional teams to create solutions, mitigate risks, and ensure product performance me...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's pioneering spectral sensing technology through collaborative design, engineering, and validation efforts, ensuring seamless integration and superior performance in next-generation p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $155K *

Shape the future of energy by designing innovative power process systems. Collaborate in a fast-paced environment to refine prototypes and support regulatory compliance as you contribute to advanced f...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $155K *

Transform process engineering by designing and optimizing fluid and power systems. Collaborate with teams to drive innovation, create technical documentation, and ensure seamless operations across all...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $160K *

Shape the future of AI development by creating innovative projects and examples. Inspire and guide developers while building both small and large scale applications to showcase the capabilities of our...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that drives innovation in manufacturing solutions, leveraging your expertise to support sales efforts, collaborate with clients, and develop efficient processes that align with business ob...

Barrie, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$187K - $220K *

Lead the charge in validating and architecting test strategies for high-speed I/O interfaces. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transition technologies into high-volume manufacturing, impacti...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $130K *

Advance the industrialization of automotive Solid State Lighting products, leading the integration of robust manufacturing processes, coordinating project timelines, and ensuring readiness across cros...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$280K - $395K *

Join a team that's transforming quantum R&D into scalable systems. As VP of Systems, you'll drive integration, validation, and performance of complex multidisciplinary builds, ensuring successful exec...

Coquitlam, BCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $255K *

Join us to lead the validation of cutting-edge optical chiplets. This role involves defining strategies, managing silicon bring-up, and performing rigorous testing for next-gen AI interconnect solutio...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead development engineering for high-power CW lasers, optimizing yields and integrating new products with contract manufacturers, while ensuring product performance and quality through data analysis...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge engineering solutions for high-power CW lasers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance, ensure product quality, and drive innovation...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Innovate in R&D as you develop automation systems and optical technologies. Shape display performance through prototyping, programming, and equipment maintenance, while enhancing advanced research cap...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

The Senior Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer at Reflect will be responsible for predicting the in-orbit performance of a novel space vehicle through vehicle-level dynamics modeling and con...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Transform corneal health solutions by leading innovative technology development and translational research efforts in the ophthalmic medical device space, merging engineering with experimental science...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Transform the design of PAM4 optical transceivers for data centers and AI/ML. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement electrical/optical architectures, ensuring compliance from concept to high-vol...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$171K - $213K *

Pioneer advancements in electronic design by researching and developing cutting-edge EDA and semiconductor systems. Collaborate across teams to optimize performance in high-speed interconnects, ensuri...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $130K *

Transform product reliability through lifetime modeling and qualification testing. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure advanced optoelectronic components meet high industry standards in a dynamic R...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.