2026 Envision R&D Rotational Program – Track 1

About the role

The Alcon R&D team is looking for numerous talented and motivated Engineers to join our Envision R&D Rotational Program in January or July 2026 at our Johns Creek, GA / Belmont, Goleta or Lake Forest, CA / Fort Worth, TX locations. Envision members will have the opportunity to not only gain industry experience and network with other Alcon professionals, but also make a real-world impact by working on meaningful projects that will help patients and customers see brilliantly. Alcon also offers personal and professional development, high visibility and coaching and mentoring opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Extraocular Devices (EOD): Work with stakeholders to eliminate paper processes and connect instrumentation/equipment with data repositories.
• Instrumentation: Work with UX designer to identify storyboards, translate them into applications on IOSSystems, and contribute to software programming, embedded systems, and modeling/simulation.
• Visualization: Collaborate with engineers to develop next-generation 3D camera systems, depending on background, contributing to software, firmware, electrical engineering, or mechanical engineering teams.
• Intraocular Device (IOD): Design, test, iterate implantable devices, focusing on mechanical design, modeling, simulation, documentation, collaboration, project management, and statistics.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Optics/Optical Engineering, Opto-Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Vision Science, Optometry, Systems, Aerospace or related major.
• Minimum cumulative GPA 2.8/4.0.
• Demonstrated leadership skills (e.g., extracurricular activities or projects).
• Authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis.
• Commitment to a 3-year, full-time (40 hrs. per week) rotational program in one of our locations.

Qualifications

• Dec 2026 (for January 2026 start date) or May/June 2027 (for July 2027 start date) graduates from the specified engineering majors.

Skills

Strong problem-solving skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, and proficiency in relevant software tools are preferred.

Benefits

Alcon’s Total Rewards programs are designed to align incentives with business objectives, support our values, and deliver long-term value. Our compensation approach includes a combination of fixed and variable pay, with short-term and long-term incentive opportunities for eligible roles. Our benefits offerings are designed to support associates and their families across key life events, including programs that promote health and well-being, provide financial security, and support retirement planning.

Pay

Pay Range: $68,000.00 - $88,000.00 per year. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, location, and internal equity.

Schedule

Full-time (40 hours per week) rotational program in one of our locations.