Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer

STAR CAREER CONSULTING PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Singapore is seeking a Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical design and integration of advanced laser and electro-optics systems. You will be responsible for creating precision opto-mechanical assemblies, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring design compliance with performance standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, at least 5 years of experience, and proficiency in CAD and FEA tools. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to critical defence and security applications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in opto-mechanical design for precision systems.
• Strong background in CAD tools and FEA tools.
• Hands-on experience in optical alignment and integration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and integration of opto-mechanical subsystems.
• Perform tolerance, structural, and thermal analyses.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure mechanical designs meet performance requirements.

Skills

Opto-mechanical design

CAD tools

Thermal management

Collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

ANSYS

COMSOL

Job description

About the job Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer

Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer

You will play a key role in the mechanical design and integration of cutting-edge laser and electro-optics systems for defence and security applications. Working closely with optical, electronics, and systems engineers, you will lead the development of precision opto‑mechanical assemblies that meet stringent performance, environmental, and operational requirements. Your contributions will be critical in ensuring the robustness, alignment stability, and field readiness of these advanced systems.

Be Part of Our Success

• Lead the design, development, and integration of opto‑mechanical subsystems for advanced laser and electro‑optics systems, including optical mounts, enclosures, alignment mechanisms, thermal management, and vibration isolation
• Perform tolerance, structural, and thermal analyses using simulation tools to ensure mechanical stability and robustness of design
• Oversee the fabrication, assembly, and precision alignment of opto‑mechanical subsystems, ensuring manufacturability and field readiness
• Perform prototyping, integration, environmental testing, ruggedisation, and optimisation for mobile or fixed deployment platforms
• Collaborate with system, electronics, and optical engineers to ensure mechanical designs meet performance and operational requirements
• Develop and maintain comprehensive and accurate technical documentation, including design records, test reports, and validation data, ensuring compliance with configuration management and industry standards

Qualities We Value

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of experience in opto‑mechanical design for precision systems, preferably in defense, aerospace, or photonics industries
• Strong background in CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo) and FEA tools (ANSYS, COMSOL)
• Familiar with optical alignment methods, thermal and vibration management for sensitive optical assemblies
• Hands‑on experience in optical alignment and integration is strongly preferred
• Deep understanding of optical‑mechanical interface requirements
• Structured, detail‑oriented mindset for engineering documentation and system integration
• Strong collaboration skills to work across optical, electronics, and systems teams
• Proactive in problem‑solving and field support during testing or deployment
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams toward shared objectives
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities in both lab and field settings