Precision Optical Engineer - CNC & Metrology

Rigaku Americas Corp.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rigaku Americas Corp. in Auburn Hills, MI seeks an Optical Engineer working at RIT to develop precision optics technology, CNC grinding and polishing, and metrology using interferometers, profilometers, and microscopes.

You will implement robust fixturing, read drawings, and ensure process discipline across grinding/polishing, inspection, calibration, and production readiness; candidates with CNC backgrounds and willingness to learn optics methods are encouraged.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on experience in grinding/polishing/smoothing optical materials.
• Experience with optical metrology systems (interferometers, profilometers, microscopes).
• 3+ years in CNC machining with tight-tolerance parts and setup/fixturing.
• Ability to read drawings and interpret GD&T; apply rigorous inspection.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and optimize CNC grinding/polishing to spec.
• Develop robust workholding and datum strategies for high-precision parts.
• Perform in-process and final inspection with optical metrology tools.
• Conduct instrument checks and calibration to ensure stability.
• Maintain equipment and workspace for precision optics manufacturing.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues across mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Read and interpret drawings and specifications for optical components.

Skills

CNC grinding

Polishing

Optical metrology

Fixturing design

Interferometers

Profilometers

Microscopes

G/M code reading

CAD/CAM

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor of Science in Optical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

CAM software

Job description

Rigaku Americas Corp. in Auburn Hills, MI seeks an Optical Engineer working at RIT to develop precision optics technology, CNC grinding and polishing, and metrology using interferometers, profilometers, and microscopes.

You will implement robust fixturing, read drawings, and ensure process discipline across grinding/polishing, inspection, calibration, and production readiness; candidates with CNC backgrounds and willingness to learn optics methods are encouraged.