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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$107K - $160K *

Drive innovation in optical solutions by enhancing quality and reliability, coordinating supplier engagement, and ensuring lifecycle management in pluggable optical transceiver components to optimize...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$107K - $160K *

Elevate optical component performance through supplier engagement and lifecycle management. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure quality and reliability of pluggable transceivers, contributing to...

Quebec, QCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$107K - $160K *

Drive component quality and reliability for pluggable optical transceivers, enhancing product performance and supplier engagement through lifecycle management and cross-functional collaboration...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$107K - $160K *

Unlock potential by driving quality and reliability in optical components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure superior optical solutions for top-tier products, enhancing customer satisf...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Elevate optical communication systems development by designing advanced test and measurement systems. Collaborate closely on groundbreaking optical projects, ensuring seamless prototype transition to...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$141K - $193K *

Join a team that's redefining opto-mechanical design for advanced systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to create innovative solutions, produce detailed designs, and ensure optimal performance in co...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $200K *

Innovate and develop cutting-edge optomechanical systems with precision design, prototyping, and testing. Collaborate with suppliers, integrate complex components, and rapidly bring solutions to produ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $140K *

Support and enhance automated optical test systems, integrating instrumentation with software solutions. Collaborate with diverse engineering teams and engage in hands-on lab work to ensure reliabilit...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading cutting-edge VCSELs and graphene device research. Collaborate with experts to innovate device design, fabrication, and testing, enhancing photonic technologies in a dyna...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $250K *

Shape the future of optoelectronic packaging by designing and optimizing components for advanced systems. This influential role requires collaboration with R&D and manufacturing teams to ensure high-p...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $250K *

Transform optical engineering by leading the development of advanced alignment systems. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure precision and reliability in optoelectronic packaging...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $276K *

Lead the charge in innovative optical design for space and airborne systems. Contribute to all stages from analysis to integration while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring compliance with mission...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $190K *

Innovate optical systems by designing, prototyping, and testing sophisticated laser spectroscopy solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and manufacturability...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Innovate next-gen camera modules for AI/AR/VR devices, driving design and integration while ensuring manufacturability and quality through collaboration and rigorous analysis. Shape advanced technolog...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $220K *

Drive technology development for co-packaged optics, combining hands-on engineering with project management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver manufacturable optical solutions. Lead R...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $200K *

Engineer cutting-edge opto-mechanical assemblies, ensuring reliability and performance for aerospace applications. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance manufacturing processes and resolve product...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $170K *

Drive the design and development of cutting-edge optical systems for navigation, focusing on innovation and real-time problem-solving. Collaborate across disciplines to validate and manufacture high-p...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $230K *

Pioneer the development of software tools for validating advanced optical technologies. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance testing efficiency and ensure product quality in next-generation AI da...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $125K *

Engineers needed to shape advanced optical testing processes and develop innovative test methods for fiber optic components, working hands-on in a collaborative environment to ensure quality and effic...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $275K *

Unlock the potential of optical technologies by driving hardware testing and specifications for transceivers and cable assemblies across various platforms, while collaborating with engineering teams t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Join our dynamic team to develop innovative DSP algorithms for cutting-edge optical transceivers. Contribute your expertise in digital communications and signal processing to enhance high-speed optica...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovation in optical communication systems by developing advanced DSP algorithms for high-speed optical transceivers. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance system performance and optimize d...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a challenging role in optical engineering, leading stray light analysis for advanced aerospace imaging systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal optical...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $173K *

Architect the future of optical systems by driving development and integration of advanced imaging technologies. Collaborate across teams to ensure high-performance solutions from concept through comm...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer innovative PVD optical coating processes and support cross-functional teams to enhance production stability, yield, and efficiency while overcoming technical challenges and driving continuous...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.