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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$75K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team in developing and validating perfusion models for advanced organ preservation technologies, ensuring optimal clinical application and performance through collaboration and innovati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $243K *

Shape the future of production engineering by leading a dynamic team dedicated to delivering innovative solutions in manufacturing processes and automation within a classified program framework...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform the consumer products testing landscape by becoming a vital technical liaison, conducting tests, and ensuring quality standards are met. Enhance client relations and drive improvements throu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$86K - $165K *

Architect high-performance electronic designs focusing on low electromagnetic emissions and robust interference control. Lead efforts in EMI critical applications such as electronic warfare, ensuring...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Transform quality assurance processes and enhance product standards by leading inspection methods, training initiatives, and validating equipment to ensure compliance and continuous improvement across...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$153K - $310K *

Lead the charge in designing cutting-edge hardware systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate and optimize complex electrical components, ensuring reliability from conception throu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$91K - $171K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in avionics integration solutions. Oversee subsystem installation, integration, and troubleshooting, ensuring high-performance standards and seamless coordination...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $190K *

Drive the development of avionics mechanical hardware, leading cross-functional teams and overseeing execution across multiple spacecraft programs while ensuring adherence to stringent aerospace stand...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join the charge in optimizing reliability and asset management programs for site utilities. Leverage your expertise to enhance operational efficiency while collaborating across teams to drive system i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $200K *

Join a team that's committed to developing complex software systems. Leverage your expertise in analytics, algorithm development, and data manipulation while collaborating in a dynamic environment to...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $209K *

Lead the charge in developing and certifying advanced avionics systems while collaborating across teams to ensure high-quality, reliable products meet mission success objectives in a challenging aeros...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Empower innovative thermal product development and experimentation. Collaborate with engineers and technicians, utilizing advanced understanding of heat transfer, solid modeling, and technical reporti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Drive innovation and optimize processes in powder metallurgy, transforming new alloys into high-quality products. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance manufacturing capabilities and efficiency, e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$156K - $210K *

Transform your career in a dynamic leadership role, guiding engineering teams to deliver innovative software solutions, champion AI practices, and foster collaboration to drive operational excellence...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $210K *

Shape the future of software solutions by leading diverse engineering teams to deliver robust, secure, and scalable applications. Drive AI-forward practices and foster collaboration to achieve excelle...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to drive sales success by crafting innovative solutions that address client needs, streamline pre-sales processes, and enhance key stakeholder relationships in a fast-paced B2B Saa...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $95K *

Drive improvements in test manufacturing processes by optimizing equipment and workflows, enhancing product testing, and ensuring quality solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence by identifying asset optimization opportunities, executing productivity initiatives, and fostering collaboration to enhance efficiency and profitability within the manufac...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Transform semiconductor testing through innovative interconnect technologies and signal integrity analysis, collaborating with customers and cross-functional teams to drive design approval and project...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $175K *

Advance your career by designing and integrating cutting-edge electrical systems for diverse industries, ensuring high-performance and reliability from concept to production in a collaborative environ...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $100K *

Design innovative automation solutions to enhance in-house medical device production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop efficient mechanical systems focusing on quality, cost reductio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $122K *

Manage analytical development and validation for drug products, ensuring high-quality data and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and oversee projects from early developmen...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $180K *

Join a team that's focused on leading transformative go-to-market strategies in optometry. Drive growth and scale efforts by blending strategic oversight with hands-on execution to enhance partnership...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $252K *

Drive the high voltage electrical design for substations and integrate with renewable energy projects, ensuring reliability and compliance while mentoring junior engineers and managing project lifecyc...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $200K *

Lead strategic initiatives in ophthalmology, ensuring operational excellence and financial oversight. Collaborate with clinical leaders to enhance service lines, advance clinical programs, and foster...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.