Opto-Mechanical Engineer

Amazon; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and analyze optical systems. This role involves performing tolerance analysis and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet product requirements. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and substantial experience in mechanical systems design and optical alignment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical systems design and development.
• Familiarity with optics mounting and optical alignment.
• Hands-on experience in building, testing, and validating optical and mechanical subsystems.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze optical systems and perform tolerance analysis.
• Drive full documentation of mechanical design including BOM and drawings.
• Support optical engineering leads with opto-mechanical system design.

Skills

Mechanical systems design

Opto-mechanical systems

Optical alignment

Tolerance analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software (Solidworks, Creo)

Job description

Job ID: 3008140 | Amazon.com Services LLC

- Design and analysis of optical systems, including opto-mechanical mounting. Review designs from optical consultants for performance, manufacturing, etc
- Perform tolerance analysis of designs at the system and subsystem level. Conduct system level integration and validation of designs (testing and troubleshooting).
- Drive full documentation of mechanical design including BOM, drawings and procedures.
- Oversee and coordinate activities involved in fabrication, operation, application, installation, and repair of mechanical or electro-mechanical products and systems.
- Support the evaluation and characterization of optical components and system integrations.
- Collaborate with the cross-functional team to explore concepts and drive optical system development to meet product requirements.
- Drive supplier choice, interaction, and management in order to deliver prototypes in support of concept demonstrations
- Alignment of laser and/or optical systems. Measure laser properties and optical performance to ensure product specifications are met.
- Development of test procedures and test stations.
- Support the optical engineering and system engineering leads with the opto-mechanical system design.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of experience in mechanical systems design and development using at least one standard commercial CAD software package (Solidworks, Creo, etc) including experience with GD&T, FEA and quality detail drawing documentation
- Experience in design of opto-mechanical systems, familiar with optics mounting and optical alignment
- Experience in applied research and/or product development of optics or photonic systems

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience with one or more of the following optics technologies: illumination, radiometry/photometry, stray light analysis, physical optics, or imaging
- Understanding of optical alignment techniques and experience with design of laser systems and alignment procedures
- Experience with design tools and fixtures to aid in alignment, fabrication, gluing, and assembly of lasers, interferometers, and optical components
- Hands-on and laboratory experience in building, testing, validation, and troubleshooting of optical, electrical, and/or mechanical subsystems
- Experience with working CM/OEM/ODM vendors
- Experience with using glass, plastic and ceramic materials
- Familiarity with optical design principles and ray tracing
- Proficient in tolerance analysis and error budgeting
- Self-motivated and self-directed individual, with little supervision necessary
- Experience working, communicating, and collaborating in a cross-functional team environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Hands-on experience with machining and fabrication for prototyping hardware
- Experience defining system performance and component specifications

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $105,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability or other legally protected status.