Optical Designer

Shape Optics Technologies Pte Ltd; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 54,551 - 85,723; Full time

Job summary

Shape Optics Technologies Pte Ltd is seeking an experienced Optics Designer to join our engineering team in developing high-performance optical imaging systems. You will evaluate commercial components, create custom designs, and ensure lightweight, cost-effective, high-bandwidth imaging solutions.

This hands-on role covers the full optical design lifecycle—from concept and modelling to alignment, integration and validation—working with mechanical, electronics, and system engineers, as well as

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Optics, Applied Physics, Physics, Photonics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on working experience in optical or imaging system design.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop optical imaging and photonics systems to meet product performance requirements.
• Perform optical modelling, simulation, and optimization of lens systems, illumination setups, and electro-optic subsystems.
• Characterize and evaluate commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) optical components.
• Lead the development of custom optical components for specialized applications.
• Support optical assembly, alignment, and integration into mechanical and electronic subsystems.
• Conduct optical and electro-optic subsystem testing, performance verification, and troubleshooting.
• Drive system-level performance analysis and root-cause investigations.
• Oversee optical equipment, instrumentation, and lab setup.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Optics, Applied Physics, Physics, Photonics, or a related discipline

Strong passion for science and problem-solving

Team collaboration and communication

Tools

Code-V

OpticStudio

OSLO

SolidWorks

Job description

About Us

Shape Optics Technologies Pte Ltd is a Singapore-based leader in advanced optical engineering and photonics innovation. We design, manufacture, and supply high-precision optical components, custom imaging systems, and cutting-edge photonics solutions for global clients across defense, medical, industrial, and scientific markets.

About Us

Shape Optics Technologies Pte Ltd is a Singapore-based leader in advanced optical engineering and photonics innovation. We design, manufacture, and supply high-precision optical components, custom imaging systems, and cutting-edge photonics solutions for global clients across defense, medical, industrial, and scientific markets.

As part of our continuous expansion, we are looking for a talented Optics Designer to join our growing engineering team.

About The Role

As an Optics Designer at Shape Optics, you will play a pivotal role in the design and development of high-performance optical and imaging systems. You will be responsible for evaluating commercial components, creating custom optical designs, and ensuring the delivery of lightweight, cost-effective, and high-bandwidth imaging solutions.

This is a highly hands-on role where you will work across the full optical design lifecycle—concept, modelling, assembly, integration, characterization, and validation. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical engineers, electronics engineers, system engineers, and external consultants.

If you enjoy tackling novel optical challenges, working in fast-paced environments, and solving problems that push boundaries, this role offers exceptional growth and impact.

Key Responsibilities

Optical Design & Development

• Design and develop optical imaging and photonics systems to meet product performance requirements.
• Perform optical modelling, simulation, and optimization of lens systems, illumination setups, and electro-optic subsystems.
• Characterize and evaluate commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) optical components.
• Lead the development of custom optical components for specialized applications.

System Integration & Testing

• Support optical assembly, alignment, and integration into mechanical and electronic subsystems.
• Conduct optical and electro-optic subsystem testing, performance verification, and troubleshooting.
• Drive system-level performance analysis and root-cause investigations.

Production Transfer & Engineering Support

• Support product transfer from prototype to production, including documentation and validation.
• Oversee optical equipment, instrumentation, and lab setup.
• Collaborate closely with mechanical engineers to propose integrated solutions for customer requirements.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Optics, Applied Physics, Physics, Photonics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on working experience in optical or imaging system design.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of optics, opto-mechanical principles, light sources, sensors, and electro-optic systems.
• Proficient in optical simulation software such as Code-V, OpticStudio, OSLO, or equivalent.
• Experience with physical optics simulations, FEA, and imaging performance analysis.
• Proficient in SolidWorks or other 3D CAD tools.
• Skilled in operating optical instruments such as spectrometers, power meters, light sources, collimators, etc.

Soft Skills

• Strong passion for science, technology, and problem-solving.
• Resourceful, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Why Join Shape Optics?

• Work with cutting-edge optical technologies and challenging real-world applications.
• Be part of an innovative engineering team with strong technical depth.
• Opportunities for rapid learning, growth, and cross-disciplinary exposure.
• Work on impactful products used in global markets.