Senior Optical Engineer — System Design & Vendor Leadership

Actalent; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an experienced Optical Engineer to design, develop, and optimize advanced optical systems. You will own optical components, analyze trains, and collaborate with vendors to ensure manufacturability and timely delivery.

Responsibilities include simulations with Zemax/Code V, evaluating performance, and guiding outsourcing and production strategies. This onsite North Reading, MA role offers a robust benefits package and a defined pay range.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in optical engineering.
• Strong expertise in optical component design (lenses, assemblies).
• Proficiency with Zemax and Code V for simulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop optical systems and components, including lenses and assemblies.
• Analyze and optimize optical trains from source to sensor interface.
• Perform optical simulations using Zemax, Code V, or equivalents.
• Identify, evaluate, and engage optical component suppliers and manufacturing partners.
• Support a fast, reliable U.S. supply chain with vendor collaboration.

Skills

Optical design

Vendor engagement

Project ownership

Hands-on hardware

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in Optics or related

Tools

Zemax

Code V

Job description

Actalent is seeking an experienced Optical Engineer to design, develop, and optimize advanced optical systems. You will own optical components, analyze trains, and collaborate with vendors to ensure manufacturability and timely delivery.

Responsibilities include simulations with Zemax/Code V, evaluating performance, and guiding outsourcing and production strategies. This onsite North Reading, MA role offers a robust benefits package and a defined pay range.