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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$105K - $115K *

Unlock operational excellence by supervising mold and machine repair activities, enhancing quality control, ensuring safety compliance, and leading a skilled workforce dedicated to innovative manufact...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $180K *

Shape transformative user experiences by owning front-end features, prototyping interactions, and collaborating closely with design and engineering teams to elevate product craft and performance acros...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$70K - $95K *

Drive the execution of aeroderivative engine assembly by optimizing tooling, processes, and shop-floor operations. Collaborate closely with technicians to implement improvements that ensure efficient...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $117K *

Join a team that develops innovative products and processes, leveraging materials knowledge to create solutions for customer needs while fostering collaboration and intellectual property creation acro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$140K - $180K *

Champion the entire SI/PI process for cutting-edge AI compute platforms, ensuring electrical integrity and high-performance outcomes. Lead modeling and simulation efforts that directly influence hardw...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $120K *

Lead the commercialization of product lines by developing impactful marketing strategies, conducting market analyses, and collaborating cross-functionally to drive growth. Utilize project management s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $110K *

Tackle innovative electrical design challenges, ensuring timely project delivery through collaboration and expertise across various engineering disciplines while driving product improvements and compl...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Apex is seeking a talented and experienced Spacecraft Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be crucial in the spacecraft manufacturing and test process, ensuring the...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$141K - $202K *

Transform scientific discovery by developing software tools for high-performance simulations and AI applications in interdisciplinary materials science research. Collaborate with experts to push bound...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Deliver innovative electrical engineering solutions, overseeing complex projects in a dynamic government contracting environment while ensuring compliance and security standards are met...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Lead the industrialization of products from design to production, enhancing manufacturability, equipment validation, and process efficiency while achieving key performance indicators. Collaborate with...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$132K - $189K *

Join a dynamic team to design and prototype innovative mechanical components, driving the product development cycle from concept to manufacturing while solving complex engineering challenges across va...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$70K - $95K *

Drive innovation by transforming customer requirements into advanced engineering designs. Collaborate effectively within a team to ensure product development meets stringent quality and safety standar...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Develop embedded software for robotics, focusing on signal processing, data acquisition, and real-time algorithms. Collaborate with hardware engineers to ensure seamless integration and optimize softw...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $204K *

Transform customer interactions and product impact by driving the vision, developing market strategies, and collaborating across technical teams to optimize in-situ metrology solutions for the semicon...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Shape the future of industrial design by contributing to electrical and control systems for large-scale projects in the steel industry. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative so...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $140K *

Innovate electrical designs and lead projects for complex facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and tackle challenging renovations while enhancing your technic...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career with a Robotics Software Engineer role focusing on advanced automated systems. Lead the transition to a ROS 2 architecture while implementing innovative motion planning solutions a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Unlock the future of materials research by designing and building advanced lab automation systems that seamlessly integrate AI, robotics, and data analytics, transforming the discovery process for nex...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$66K - $171K *

Elevate your career by driving maintenance reliability strategies, optimizing equipment performance, and leading cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment focused on conti...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Champion the design and improvement of manufacturing processes for precision aerospace components, ensuring seamless integration from engineering to production while collaborating with cross-functiona...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $156K *

Transform the future of healthcare by designing RF circuits and antennas for innovative implantable devices, ensuring regulatory compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that solves complex challenges as a Senior RF Hardware Engineer, contributing through the full engineering lifecycle to enhance system performance and efficiency in advanced test systems f...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge plastic injection tooling projects. Collaborate cross-functionally, drive process improvements, and mentor suppliers to enhance quality and productivity in m...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge embedded systems in aerospace, driving product innovations while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve technica...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.