Principal Optical Engineer - Optical Solutions
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Electronics Engineer
Principal Optical Engineer - Optical Solutions
Location(s) Bridgewater, New Jersey Company Molex Career Field Engineering
Lead the innovation and detailed design of next generation WSS, and DGE modules
Develop advanced free space optical systems designs, including beam collimation, beam shaping, diffraction management, polarization control and high efficiency fiber coupling.
Own optical system architecture from concept through feasibility, design reviews, and design release.
Drive innovation initiatives, identifying novel optical approaches to improve performance, reduce size, enhance robustness, and lower cost.
Perform advanced optical modeling and simulation using Zemax, including sequential and non-sequential ray tracing, tolerance analysis, stray light analysis, and sensitivity studies.
Translate system performance requirements into detailed optical specifications, budgets, and design trade-offs.
Work closely with opto-mechanical engineers to ensure robust packaging, alignment strategy, thermal stability, and manufacturability of optical systems.
Participate in hands-on prototyping and validation activities to ensure strong correlation between design models and experimental results.
Lead technical design reviews and provide clear justification of design decisions using simulation data and engineering analysis.
Contribute to intellectual property development, including invention disclosures and patents.
PhD degree in Engineering, Physics, Photonics or related technical field
At least 10 years of industry experience with Optical Design in a product development environment
Deep theoretical and practical experience in Optics and fiber coupling
Extensive experience with optical simulation tools such as Zemax with demonstrated ability to design complex optical systems.
Proven track record of innovation in a product development environment taking designs from concept to production
Proven ability to guide and mentor Engineers and act as a technical authority within cross-functional teams
Familiarity with advanced optical components such as LCOS, MEMS, precision Lenses and polarization optics a strong plus
Experience with opto-mechanical integration, optical alignment strategies and tolerance stack-ups.
Experience with spectrometer design is a big plus
Prior experience with WSS is a big plus
Experience with optical system design for manufacturing, design and cost
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