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Optical Design Engineer

Trispark Inc

  • Mountain View, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • $100,000–$160,000 Per Year
  • Full-time
  • Employee

Highlights

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a specialized field (e.g., Optics, Sensors, Audio/DSP, etc.), or equivalent practical experience. Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, and Product Design teams to define specifications, manage tolerances, and ensure successful integration of simulated designs into mass-manufacturable hardware.

Numbers & Facts

LocationMountain View, CA
Job TypeFull-time, Employee
Salary$100,000–$160,000 Per Year
HeadquartersMountain View, CA, US

Description

Title: Optical Design Engineer
Location: Mountain View, CA
Duration: Fulltime only

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a specialized field (e.g., Optics, Sensors, Audio/DSP, etc.), or equivalent practical experience.
  • 4 years of experience in optical design and simulation for consumer electronics.
  • Experience in optical simulation software (e.g., Zemax, Lighttools, CodeV).
  • Experience leading technical projects and collaborating with executive cross-functional engineering teams to deliver objectives and timelines.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's or PhD degree in Optical / Mechanical engineering or a relevant technical field.
  • Specialized experience in Augmented Reality (AR) design and bringing AR hardware to market.
  • Proven proficiency in Python for automating optical simulations, data post-processing, and generating design reports.
  • Familiarity with camera systems, sensors, and display technologies.
  • Track record of successfully navigating ambiguity-driven design challenges in a fast-paced product development environment.

Job Description:

  • Conduct advanced optical system modeling and simulation.
  • Non-sequential straylight simulation and analysis
  • Drive the optical design and architecture of cutting-edge near-eye displays.
  • Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, and Product Design teams to define specifications, manage tolerances, and ensure successful integration of simulated designs into mass-manufacturable hardware.
  • Develop, maintain, and execute complex optical models using industry-standard software and internal Python-based tools for analysis and visualization.
  • Specialized experience in Augmented Reality (AR) design and bringing AR hardware to market.

Tools: Experience in optical simulation software (e.g., Zemax, Lighttools, CodeV).

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