Optical Engineering Manager - Lead Innovators Onsite in Kuwait

Euro Staffs

Kuwait City

On-site

KWD 45,000 - 73,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Euro Staffs in Kuwait City is seeking an experienced Optical Engineering Manager to lead the development, optimization, and implementation of optical engineering solutions. The role combines hands-on optics expertise with team leadership and cross-functional collaboration to translate requirements into reliable optical systems.

The successful candidate will oversee design, testing, and documentation, manage schedules and resources, and ensure projects meet performance and quality standards while

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Optical Engineering or related field.
  • 5+ years in optical engineering or related technical field.
  • 2+ years in technical leadership or management role.
  • Strong understanding of geometric/physical optics and imaging.
  • Experience with Zemax/OpticStudio, Code V, LightTools or similar.

Responsibilities

  • Lead optical engineering from concept through testing and implementation.
  • Mentor and manage optical engineers and technical staff.
  • Develop and review optical designs, simulations, and docs.
  • Oversee modeling, prototyping, testing, and performance evaluation.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams on integrated projects.
  • Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and industry standards.
  • Communicate status, risks, and recommendations to senior management.
  • Maintain engineering records and documentation.

Skills

Optical system design
Optical simulation
Engineering leadership
Technical problem-solving
Project management
Optical testing
Data analysis
Cross-functional collaboration
Technical documentation
Team mentoring
Quality improvement
English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering
Master’s degree in Optical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Zemax/OpticStudio
Code V
LightTools
COMSOL
Python/MATLAB
LabVIEW

Job description

Euro Staffs in Kuwait City is seeking an experienced Optical Engineering Manager to lead the development, optimization, and implementation of optical engineering solutions. The role combines hands-on optics expertise with team leadership and cross-functional collaboration to translate requirements into reliable optical systems.

The successful candidate will oversee design, testing, and documentation, manage schedules and resources, and ensure projects meet performance and quality standards while

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