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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$103K - $191K *

Unlock potential by leading EMC compliance strategies and testing for complex medical devices, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure design integrity, safety, and regulatory adherence th...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$121K - $194K *

Lead test development for next-gen NAND Flash products, optimizing methodologies, enhancing reliability, and guiding junior engineers while collaborating across design and manufacturing teams to deliv...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $250K *

Oversee full-chip physical verification processes, ensuring quality and readiness for tapeout. Collaborate cross-functionally to guide and influence design strategies while conducting thorough verific...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $250K *

Lead the charge in full-chip physical verification, ensuring quality and timely execution for tapeout readiness while collaborating across teams to deliver clean designs that meet advanced technology...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $250K *

Drive full-chip physical verification efforts, ensuring top quality and timely execution. Collaborate across teams to manage schedules, conduct checks, and guide integration for successful tapeouts, w...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $250K *

Drive innovation in chip design as you lead physical verification efforts, ensuring quality and readiness for tapeout while collaborating across teams to create seamless integration and optimal floorp...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$75K - $90K *

Reimagine production efficiency by collaborating hands-on with teams to develop, document, and industrialize customer projects, while ensuring adherence to processes and troubleshooting manufacturing...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovation in molding processes to enhance medical device production, collaborating with diverse teams to develop and optimize solutions that make a significant impact on patient care and con...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of molding process development, optimizing medical device components from feasibility to production, ensuring compliance and delivering innovative solutions that enhance patient care an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $185K *

Take ownership of the mechanical integration for the Power Conversion System, ensuring cohesive operation of subsystems. Collaborate cross-functionally to establish design criteria, enhance system per...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of high-speed analog circuit design, overseeing innovative projects from concept to silicon while collaborating in a dynamic team environment to enhance optical transceivers and advan...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of analog circuit design by creating advanced solutions for high-speed broadband applications and next-gen optical transceivers, while overseeing layout and verif...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing processes and enhancing product quality by applying engineering principles. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive efficiency improvements and support new...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $171K *

Drive the transition of innovative surgical product designs into production by leveraging your expertise in process development and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance operational eff...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $134K *

Tackle engineering challenges by leading projects, ensuring compliance, and fostering client relationships while driving continuous improvement and team performance in a collaborative environment...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to enhance safety compliance and health initiatives in a dynamic industrial environment. Collaborate on risk assessments, training, and health programs while ensuring a safe workplace th...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of program management by driving execution of technical programs that meet complex customer needs. Collaborate across diverse teams to enhance communication, coor...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $140K *

Deliver exceptional program management by ensuring seamless collaboration among teams, enhancing technical program execution and effectively meeting customer requirements throughout the project lifecy...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Tackle safety compliance by evaluating risks, coordinating initiatives, and developing training programs. Collaborate with teams to foster a culture of safety and enhance health measures in a dynamic...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate your career by designing and evaluating chip architecture for advanced NAND flash memory solutions, utilizing cutting-edge simulation tools while collaborating in a dynamic engineering envi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career by enhancing manufacturing processes while ensuring quality and safety. Drive continuous improvement in production efficiency and lead training initiatives to empower team members at...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $140K *

Drive project success by overseeing customer contracts, managing team dynamics, and ensuring compliance. Lead programs from inception to execution while fostering effective communication and maintaini...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Unlock potential by driving packaging innovation across diverse industries. This role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, ensuring efficient development from concept to commercializa...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$159K - $271K *

Take ownership of developing next-gen EUV mask inspection systems while collaborating across engineering disciplines to meet technical and budgetary goals. Drive innovation, problem-solving, and custo...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Champion engineering innovation by leading a team focused on AI-assisted design. Drive semiconductor development, mentor engineers, and shape strategies for next-gen solutions while fostering a collab...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.