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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$90K - $120K *

Oversee supplier quality initiatives within Magna Electronics, ensuring adherence to quality standards throughout the supply chain. Drive APQP/PPAP activities, resolve non-conformities, and support co...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of Supplier Quality by partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of top-quality components, driving compliance from APQP through PPAP, and leading initiatives for...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Elevate quality standards in a cross-functional role, ensuring product excellence and compliance. Drive continuous improvement within manufacturing and quality systems, leveraging technical expertise...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $95K *

Design cutting-edge tooling solutions for high-speed cable assembly, enhancing manufacturing efficiency by collaborating with global engineering teams and driving new product development while meticul...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $101K *

Design innovative control panels that automate industrial processes across diverse sectors, collaborating with operations and clients to deliver high-quality engineering solutions...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$178K - $258K *

Drive the success of a high-performing platform engineering team. Lead initiatives for how creative content is managed, leveraging AI and fostering collaboration across product teams to deliver impact...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$202K - $293K *

Join a team that drives platform capabilities for optimal content delivery, innovates AI-assisted engineering solutions, and enhances product integration, impacting millions of users daily while foste...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$202K - $293K *

Lead the charge in platform engineering, shaping the technical direction of a high-performing team to enhance Adobe Express, while driving delivery and mentoring engineers for impactful, AI-assisted d...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $120K *

Take ownership of advanced manufacturing processes, driving NPI initiatives and enhancements for precision medical devices. Utilize CNC expertise to ensure efficiency, quality, and compliance while le...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $165K *

Engineer innovative RF microelectronics by collaborating with suppliers and leadership. Improve product manufacturability through statistical process analysis in a dynamic onsite environment. Join us...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Transform complex network environments through innovative design, execution, and management of modernization projects, ensuring alignment with client needs and organizational goals while fostering tea...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$228K - $331K *

Transform the creative landscape by leading a high-performing engineering team to develop a cutting-edge node-based platform integrating generative AI and creative workflows. Shape both the product vi...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$247K - $358K *

Shape the future of creative technology as a leader in engineering, building a node-based platform that integrates generative AI workflows. Drive innovation, develop high-performing teams, and execute...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Elevate the design and integration of cutting-edge electrical systems across diverse applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovative solutions and ensure product excellence...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform the way we design mechanical systems by leading a collaborative team, ensuring compliance, and delivering innovative solutions for commercial and institutional projects while fostering a cul...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of aerospace engineering, leading the design and development of advanced mechanical and optical systems. Drive innovation in laser systems and fiber optics, impacti...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join a team dedicated to ensuring the reliability of cutting-edge optoelectronic components. As a pivotal reliability engineer, you'll engage in lifetime modeling, qualification testing, and collabora...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Transform the reliability landscape of cutting-edge optoelectronics. Manage NPI qualifications, collaborate with design teams, and ensure product reliability across high-performance semiconductor appl...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$84K - $130K *

Shape the future of organ transplantation through innovative research and data-driven solutions. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop tools, manage projects, and enhance patient outcom...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $178K *

Lead the design and development of advanced precision opto-mechanical systems. Collaborate across disciplines, integrating structural and performance analysis, ensuring compliance, and driving innovat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $178K *

Drive innovation as a Principal Mechanical Engineer, leading design and analysis of precision opto-mechanical systems for space and defense applications. Collaborate across teams to ensure optimal per...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $193K *

Tackle cutting-edge challenges in Missile Warning & Tracking through innovation in AI and machine learning, ensuring advanced solutions for OPIR data exploitation and R&D efforts across the national s...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving the design and development of cutting-edge MMICs for microwave and millimeter wave applications. Engage in product lifecycle management, from initial prototyping to testing...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that drives innovation in software engineering by executing all phases of development from analysis to delivery, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance solutions and meet cri...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Develop and drive growth in the Organic Oil Recovery market in Canada. Engage directly with operators, manage projects from inception to commercialization, and support sales with technical expertise a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.