Principal Opto-Mechanical Engineer

At Alcon, we're passionate about enhancing sight and helping people see brilliantly. With more than 25,000 associates, we innovate fearlessly, champion progress, and act swiftly to impact global eye health. We foster an inclusive culture, recognizing your contributions and offering opportunities to grow your career like never before. Together, we make a difference in the lives of our patients and customers.

Are you ready to join us? This role in our R&D location in Lake Forest, CA is part of Alcon's Engineering function, a team focused on improving quality, processes, products, packaging and materials across our business to help deliver brilliant outcomes.

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs; Assoc.+9 yrs; M.S.+2 yrs; PhD+0 yrs)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
• 5 Years of Relevant Experience
• Relocation assistance:
  Yes
• Sponsorship available:
  No

• Extensive relevant experience in Opto-mechanical engineering of medical devices or similar highly regulated products.
• Proficiency in CREO (Pro-E), Solid Works, or Equivalent CAD skills (CREO preferred) in PLM or Windchill environment.
• Strong background with design and development of Imaging system such as Microscope, Eyepiece, telescope, zoom lens as well as ophthalmic related Diagnostic & Visualization devices.
• Proficiency in opto-mechanical system design, optical alignment technology, tolerance analysis, material selection, design for athermalization, bonding and assembly processes.
• Experienced with FEA tool such as ANSYS, and familiar with MATLAB, Lab View.
• Knowledge of optical design tool such as ZEMAX, Code V, and familiar with optical/mechanical design integrating process.
• In-depth ophthalmic domain knowledge (Cataract, Vit-Ret, Refractive Surgery, or Diagnostics).
• Solid understanding of Design Controls according to 21 CFR 820 or ISO 13485.
• Proficient in Failure Mode Effects Analysis and Risk Management application to medical devices.
• Experienced with Motion Control and manufacturing automation is a Plus.
• Industry standard tools and methods for optical, mechanical and optomechanical engineering are essential.
• Domain knowledge in Optics, Opto-mechanics, Fiber Optics, Imaging, Illumination and Visualization.
• Optical and Optomechanical metrology and testing practices.
• Broad knowledge of precision manufacturing techniques and familiarity with assembly of micro-optical and miniature optomechanical components.
• Understanding of architecture design, requirements and risk management, medical device V&V, reusable, and single-use consumable medical devices.
• Biomedical product or medical device development experience.
• Vendor and supplier management for optical components, complex sub-systems, or OEM.

Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career! Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off, and much more!

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.

The salary range posted represents the anticipated hiring range for this role. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, location, and…