Senior Optical-Mechanical Design Engineer – Precision Systems

Bruker Corporation; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 122,850 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Bruker Corporation seeks an Optical-Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and optimize optical-mechanical systems and components. You will collaborate with optical, mechanical, electrical, software, and manufacturing teams to integrate systems that meet high performance and reliability standards.

Responsibilities include designing precision optic mounts, ensuring stability against thermal and vibrational effects, and conducting tolerance analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optics, Physics or related field with 5 years experience.
• Master's degree with 2 years experience or PhD preferred.
• Proven experience in designing and developing optical-mechanical systems and components.
• Proficiency in Zemax to mechanical design, SolidWorks and GD&T knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design precision components, modules, and subsystems focused on optic mounting, actuating, and alignment for microscopy illumination and imaging.
• Account for stability, thermal and vibration effects, material properties, adhesives and lubricants under varying conditions for robustness.
• Design mechanical components and assemblies using sound mechanical engineering principles and best practices.
• Design for manufacturability and serviceability; generate drawings, BOMs, ECOs, and test procedures.
• Perform stack up and tolerance analysis to ensure proper fit under extreme conditions.
• Develop and test prototypes to validate design concepts and project requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate optical-mechanical systems into larger products.
• Lead design reviews and document build/test procedures.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optics, Physics

Master's degree or PhD preferred

Tools

Zemax

SolidWorks

SolidEdge

GD&T

Job description

Bruker Corporation seeks an Optical-Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and optimize optical-mechanical systems and components. You will collaborate with optical, mechanical, electrical, software, and manufacturing teams to integrate systems that meet high performance and reliability standards.

Responsibilities include designing precision optic mounts, ensuring stability against thermal and vibrational effects, and conducting tolerance analysis.