Senior Optical Engineer: Design, Lead & Mentor Photonics

Avo Photonics; Fort Washington (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive salaries

Job summary

Avo Photonics, located in Fort Washington, Maryland, is looking for a dedicated Optical Engineer to design and develop custom opto-electronic products. The successful candidate will oversee projects from concept through production, ensuring high-quality standards and customer satisfaction.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in Engineering or Physics and at least 10 years of relevant experience, particularly with Optical Design Software. Avo offers competitive salaries and a solid benefits package, making it an excellent opportunity for qualified individuals.

Qualifications

• 10 years of professional work experience in the photonics industry.
• Demonstrated ability to perform optical system design.

Responsibilities

• Critically review customer design requirements for optical systems.
• Develop cost-effective optical designs that meet customer requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure effective product manufacturing.
• Prepare technical presentations and defend design decisions.

Skills

Optical Design Software proficiency (Zemax, ASAP, Fred, GLAD)

Expertise in photonics

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Strong observation skills

Education

Master’s degree or higher in Engineering, Physics or related technical field

Job description

Avo Photonics, located in Fort Washington, Maryland, is looking for a dedicated Optical Engineer to design and develop custom opto-electronic products. The successful candidate will oversee projects from concept through production, ensuring high-quality standards and customer satisfaction.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in Engineering or Physics and at least 10 years of relevant experience, particularly with Optical Design Software. Avo offers competitive salaries and a solid benefits package, making it an excellent opportunity for qualified individuals.