Micro Optics Fabrication Engineer

Avicena Tech; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Avicena Tech in Sunnyvale, CA seeks a Micro Optics Fabrication Engineer to design and develop multi‑lens micro‑optics components and systems, driving optical design through prototyping and manufacturing readiness while balancing performance, manufacturability, and cost.

You will collaborate with vendors, opto‑mechanical and materials engineers to define tolerances, develop high‑volume fabrication and assembly methods, and ensure reliability of lens materials and assemblies; experience with die

Qualifications

• Experience in design, fabrication, and testing of lens arrays and precision molded optics.
• Deep knowledge of optical materials and material reliability testing.
• Strong communication skills and experience working with vendors/suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Design and simulate 3D micro-optical structures such as multi-element lens arrays.
• Manage plans to complete projects on time using optical design software and partners.
• Collaborate with micro-optic vendors to deliver prototypes.
• Develop fabrication and assembly techniques for high volume manufacturing.
• Define mechanical tolerances at the system level with opto-mechanical engineers.
• Process development on die bond equipment.
• Develop custom lens materials meeting reliability requirements.

Education

B.S., MS, or PhD in physics, optics or materials science, or equivalent knowledge.

Job description

Micro Optics Fabrication Engineer

About The Role

• Experienced engineer with strong technical background in the field of micro-optics, from optical design through micro-optics assembly and manufacturing.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for the design and development of multi-lens micro-optics components and systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and simulate the performance of functional 3D micro-optical structures such as multi-element arrays and lenses
• Manage plans to accomplish the project on time, utilizing optical design/analysis software and working with manufacturing partners
• Work with micro-optic vendors to deliver prototypes
• Develop fabrication and assembly techniques for high volume manufacturing
• Work with opto-mechanical engineers to define mechanical tolerances and constraints at the system level
• Process development on die bond equipment
• Develop custom lens materials that meet reliability requirements

Qualifications

• B.S., MS, or PhD in physics, optics or materials science, or equivalent knowledge.
• Experience in design, fabrication, and testing of lens arrays and precision molded optics
• Deep knowledge of optical materials and material reliability testing
• Strong communication skills, ideally combined with experience working with vendors/suppliers

Compensation, Benefits & EEO

• Avicena offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits, along with the opportunity to make foundational contributions to a category-defining technology.
• Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and location.
• Avicena is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.