IQ LabTM Engineer

Optikos Corporation; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Optikos LLC in Wakefield, MA is seeking an IQ Lab Engineer to join the optical metrology group. You will work with other metrology engineers to perform precision optical measurements, analyze data, and ensure the highest quality for customer products.

This hands-on role requires attention to detail and collaboration across departments. You will handle testing projects, support equipment calibration, and contribute to quotes and pre-sales discussions with customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Optical Engineering or related field is required.
• 0–3 years of experience in a metrology or optical engineering environment.
• Understanding of GD&T and engineering drawing interpretation related to optical systems.
• Hands-on experience with optical metrology equipment (interferometers, autocollimators, optical flats, wavefront sensors preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with data analysis or metrology software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned IQ Lab testing projects.
• Contribute to maintenance and calibration/certification of IQ Lab equipment.
• Contribute to maintaining order and cleanliness of IQ Lab space.
• Follow procedures for project checklists and customer-supplied material tracking.
• Manage assigned IQ Lab testing projects for budget, schedule, and technical risk independently.
• Communicate updates and results to the customer.
• Participate in meetings with customers to address questions/concerns about testing results.
• Host customers on-site during testing.
• Support field support and other engineering teams as needed.
• Review lens specifications and testing requests to support IQ Lab quoting activities.
• Provide sales with technical input for custom quotes.
• Participate in pre-sales meetings with customers inquiring about testing support.
• Notify Sales and IQ Lab Supervisor about additional testing opportunities with IQ Lab customers.

Skills

Optical metrology

GD&T understanding

Data analysis

Communication

Hands-on testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Optical Engineering or related field

Equivalent hands-on experience

Tools

Interferometers

Autocollimators

Optical flats

Wavefront sensors

Optical design software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

The Optikos IQ Lab™ Services team is seeking a skilled, motivated, and detail-oriented IQ Lab Engineer to support our optical metrology group. Our IQ Lab provides precision optical metrology services that help customers solve complex testing and measurement challenges across a wide range of industries.

As an IQ Lab Engineer, you will work with other metrology engineers to perform precision optical measurements, analyze data, and ensure the highest level of quality for customer products. This is a hands‑on role that requires strong technical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across departments.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Perform assigned IQ Lab testing projects
• Contribute to maintenance and calibration/certification of IQ Lab equipment
• Contribute to maintaining order and cleanliness of IQ Lab space
• Follow procedures for project checklists and customer-supplied material tracking
• Manage assigned IQ Lab testing projects for budget, schedule, and technical risk independently
• Communicate updates and results to the customer
• Participate in meetings with customers to address questions/concerns about testing results
• Host customers on‑site during testing
• Support field support and other engineering teams as needed
• Review lens specifications and testing requests to support IQ Lab quoting activities
• Provide sales with technical input for custom quotes
• Participate in pre‑sales meetings with customers inquiring about testing support
• Notify Sales and IQ Lab Supervisor about additional testing opportunities with IQ Lab customers

Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Optical Engineering or related field (or equivalent hands‑on experience)
• 0-3 years of experience in a metrology or optical engineering environment
• Understanding of GD&T and engineering drawing interpretation related to optical systems
• Hands‑on experience with optical metrology equipment (interferometers, autocollimators, optical flats, wavefront sensors preferred)
• Knowledge of optical design parameters and software
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with data analysis or metrology software is a plus

About Optikos LLC:

For more than 40 years, Optikos® has provided innovative applications of optical technology, both products and services, to commercial, government, and consumer products organizations worldwide. The Optikos engineering team is the largest independent optical engineering group in the world, managing all aspects of instrument design, including optics, mechanics, electronics, and software systems, in addition to our in‑house IQ Lab™ Services to benchmark and assess the performance of customer lens or camera systems. We develop innovative products in the life sciences, aerospace and defense, industrial, and consumer markets, and our experience with a wide variety of applications has enabled our staff to generate creative solutions to some of the most challenging optical problems. Our team continues to improve existing metrology product lines and develop new products that Optikos manufactures and installs around the globe. Our headquarters is centrally located right outside the Boston medical and tech hub in Wakefield, Massachusetts.

This in‑office position is located in the Wakefield, Massachusetts facility. We offer competitive compensation packages along with a challenging and stimulating environment.

Optikos is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We do not sponsor employment visas for this position.

If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact HR at [e-mail]. We provide accommodations as required by law.

US citizenship or permanent residency visa required. We do not sponsor employment visas for this position.