Optical Engineering Manager - Lead Innovators Onsite in Kuwait

Euro Staffs; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 45,000 - 73,000; Full time

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