Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer - Precision Optics

Electro Optic Systems; Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Electro Optic Systems is seeking an experienced mechanical/opto-mechanical engineer to lead the design of precision optical assemblies and their mechanical interfaces. You will create detailed CAD models, drawings and BOMs, performing tolerance analyses and ensuring robust opto-mechanical performance.

You will collaborate with Optical Engineers, conduct tests, support prototyping, and help drive production readiness across multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level engineering degree required; mechanical/optomechanical focus preferred.
• Postgraduate optics/photonics or systems engineering is desirable.
• Experience designing precision mechanical systems with optical interfaces.
• Experience with multidisciplinary engineering teams and complex product development.

Responsibilities

• Design opto-mechanical assemblies, mechanisms, housings, mounts, fixtures, and support structures (optical alignment critical).
• Develop detailed CAD models, drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation.
• Perform tolerance analysis and interface requirements definition.
• Collaborate with Optical Engineers to integrate lenses, detectors, and laser systems.
• Support prototyping, testing, validation, and production readiness.

Skills

Opto-mechanical design and integration

3D CAD modeling

Tolerance stack-up analysis

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical/Mechatronics/Aerospace)

Postgraduate qualification in Optics/Photonics/Systems Engineering

Tools

FEA

Job description

Electro Optic Systems is seeking an experienced mechanical/opto-mechanical engineer to lead the design of precision optical assemblies and their mechanical interfaces. You will create detailed CAD models, drawings and BOMs, performing tolerance analyses and ensuring robust opto-mechanical performance.

You will collaborate with Optical Engineers, conduct tests, support prototyping, and help drive production readiness across multidisciplinary teams.