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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$70K - $95K *

Grow your career by designing and improving robotic systems for our manufacturing operations, focusing on automation, efficiency, and safety. Collaborate across teams to integrate advanced technology...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining AI hardware by developing innovative analog IPs for next-gen transceivers. You'll optimize layouts under strict manufacturing constraints while collaborating with experts...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $173K *

Join a dynamic team as you design RF subsystems for cutting-edge satellite applications, utilizing your expertise to drive innovative solutions and provide technical consultation throughout the produc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $173K *

Empower innovation in satellite technology by designing RF subsystems. Collaborate across disciplines, provide expert analysis and drive successful developments that support advanced space application...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $147K *

Drive design-impacting changes for medical devices, ensuring compliance with FDA and ISO standards. Lead cross-functional teams to resolve product issues and enhance performance, maintaining rigorous...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Join our team to innovate advanced navigation algorithms and autopilot systems for high-altitude platforms. Drive research translating complex real-world problems into actionable solutions, enhancing...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $184K *

Tackle the challenges of design verification in a critical engineering role. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and manufacturability, protecting program performance and quality through rig...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Pioneer advancements in augmented systems for Warfighter applications, focusing on board-level digital and mixed-signal hardware design. Collaborate with a top-tier R&D team to develop cutting-edge te...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading the design of innovative embedded imaging systems. Oversee hardware architecture and guide cross-functional teams in delivering high-quality electronic solutions with in...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $130K *

Drive the design and development of cutting-edge embedded imaging systems, leading architectural and PCB design efforts while ensuring quality and compliance across teams and workflows in this senior...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $130K *

Innovate by leading high-impact engineering projects that translate complex requirements into actionable plans, ensuring technical accuracy and quality outcomes while collaborating across teams and ma...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$97K - $171K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of Electro-Optical systems by leveraging your expertise in complex modeling, system design trades, and mentoring while communicating insights to diverse stakeholde...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $140K *

Champion the design and development of innovative electromagnetic actuation systems for medical devices, managing the end-to-end process from concept to prototype while ensuring regulatory compliance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$73K - $117K *

Transform released surgical products through design support, prototypes, and engineering studies. Collaborate with vendors and engage in documentation to enhance our medical devices' performance and r...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by designing and sustaining advanced portable gas detectors. Collaborate across engineering disciplines in a fast-paced environment while impacting critical safety applications t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$189K - $213K *

Innovate in the realm of neurovascular and endovascular products. As a Principal Engineer, lead design projects, mentor R&D teams, and propel product enhancements to meet customer needs and regulatory...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's innovating new products, driving growth through collaboration, creativity, and engineering excellence. You'll tackle design challenges and work on cutting-edge thermal barcode and R...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $187K *

Drive advancements in optical-device fabrication for Heat Assisted Magnetic Recording (HAMR) as part of a pioneering team. Collaborate with engineers and scientists to innovate processes that integrat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$64K - $103K *

Drive product quality initiatives across all stages of the product life cycle by collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement effective processes, gather customer insights, and lead continuo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower cross-functional teams by leading the development and management of enterprise applications. Drive enhancements across CRM, HRIS, and EHS systems while ensuring data integrity and operational...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of imaging technology through innovative camera system design, collaborating across teams to enhance quality and performance in Apple products while managing vendor projects and drivi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $110K *

Lead the charge in orbital analysis, tackling satellite collision avoidance and space defense challenges while driving cross-functional collaboration for mission-critical decisions and operational exc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Champion operational excellence by collaborating on innovative OT projects in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Support design, implementation, and validation of IT/OT systems while managing client relati...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$144K - $191K *

Explore complex systems as a Systems Engineer, responsible for defining EO/IR architectures, modeling performance, and leading interdisciplinary teams to enhance cutting-edge spaceborne technology...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $280K *

Shape the future of security technology by leading electrical engineering efforts for innovative products from conception to mass production while collaborating with a diverse international team of en...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.