Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer - 065QE

About the role

Quartus Engineering Incorporated is a leading provider of engineering services and integrated hardware solutions. They employ advanced computer-aided engineering tools in areas like optics, structural, thermal, and coupled analyses. Quartus combines these capabilities with design, prototype, integration, and test services to deliver solutions of extraordinary value to their clients.

About Applied Photonics Sector

Applied Photonics is a business unit within Quartus that specializes in applying the science and technology of light. Teams at Applied Photonics develop innovative products and custom optical and metrology solutions for various commercial and industrial applications. Their expertise includes precision metrology, robotics, machine vision, semiconductor technologies, and emerging photonic technologies such as quantum optics. Clients range from large enterprises to startups, and Quartus emphasizes collaboration and ethical communication among its multidisciplinary team of engineers.

What will you do?

• Design and develop opto-mechanical assemblies and sub-systems for diverse applications including machine vision, consumer product development, automation, optical metrology, laser communication, energy transfer, and imaging
• Create prototypes, detailed drawings, and production instructions
• Analyze risks and perform Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
• Create a tolerance budget for each component
• Document models, CAD drawings, simulations, Bill of Materials (BOM), etc.
• Work closely with program managers and customers on technical requirements
• Manage multiple tasks and projects independently
• Mentor and assist junior engineers
• Collaborate on project plans, proposals, and schedules
• Prepare PowerPoint slides for customer design reviews

Essential Job Functions

• Design and develop opto-mechanical assemblies and sub-systems for high performance optical systems in challenging environments
• Build prototypes and perform optical metrology and alignment techniques
• Apply GD&T principles according to ASME Y14.5M
• Use CAD/CAE software (SolidWorks preferred) for design validation
• Use optical raytracing software (e.g., Zemax, CodeV) and image processing techniques
• Experience with optical alignment techniques in a laboratory setting
• Must be a US Person (U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident)

What are we looking for?

• A BS and/or MS in Mechanical or related Engineering field or equivalent experience
• 6-15 years of experience in opto-mechanical design and integration for high performance optical systems in challenging environments
• Optical system design and opto-mechanical packaging
• Optical metrology and alignment techniques
• Precision mechanics (kinematic mounts) and heat transfer design
• Finite element analysis techniques
• Familiarity with optical raytracing software and image processing techniques

Compensation and Benefits

• Opto-Mechanical Senior Engineer pay range: $114,609.25 – 187,270.02*
• Opto-Mechanical Lead Engineer pay range: $138,677.20 - 226,596.73**
• This pay range represents base pay. Additional benefits include discretionary performance-based bonuses, employee stock ownership plans, medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans with company match.

Referral Eligibility

Tier 2

Quartus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to employing a diverse workforce, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Quartus provides comprehensive benefits including competitive salaries, performance-based bonuses, employee stock ownership plans, medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans with company match.