Opto-Mechanical Engineer​/Sr. Opto-Mechanical Engineer

Position: Opto-Mechanical Engineer / Sr. Opto-Mechanical Engineer

Opto-Mechanical Engineer / Sr. Opto-Mechanical Engineer

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Purpose

In this role you will be responsible for the design and development of various optical systems on production laser powder bed fusion machines. You will own not only design and integration but also development of calibration processes and procedures which enable the precision and repeatability necessary for scaled production. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable being hands on firing lasers, writing technical documentation, and working cross functionally with software, process, and operations groups to develop test plans and ensure compliance to them.

The Role

• Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams to develop the optical systems on the LPBF machine.
• Design and build opto-mechanical systems and test/calibration equipment.
• Integrate state of the art high power lasers, scanners and high speed camera solutions both in a hands on and supervisory capacity.
• Create CAD and drawing files.
• Develop and perform test/calibration/characterization processes and design the necessary equipment.
• Train operators on various optical calibration and cleaning methods and processes.
• Work closely with the process team to ensure all equipment and processes align with process requirements.
• Define and promote a culture of laser safety.

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in optics, mechanical engineering, physics or related technical field.
• 2+ years (Opto-Mechanical Engineer) or 5+ years (Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer) of experience in opto-mechanical systems design and development.
• Ability to develop processes and train others to follow them.
• CAD experience, including GD&T and detailed drawing documentation.
• Strong mechanical engineering and physics fundamentals.
• Systems-level thinker also able to perform detailed work; has previously delivered complex opto-mechanical systems.
• Able to identify gaps, define roadmaps, and negotiate outcomes across teams and departments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with high power lasers (at least 0.5kW).
• Experience designing optics for industrial systems such as semiconductor (i.e. etching), laser cutting, long distance laser communication, etc.
• Basic understanding of image and signal processing.
• Knowledge of motion control and kinematics.
• Experience with design of fluid or thermal systems.
• Ability to do system level and component level opto-mechanical tolerancing.
• Experience working around optical simulation software (Zemax or Code V).
• Hands on experience with alignment/assembly of complex optical systems.

Work Environment

This role is based in our Torrance, CA headquarters.

Compensation

• Opto-Mechanical Engineer / E04: $106,000 - $145,750
• Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer / E05: $122,400 - $168,300

Pay Range: $106,000 USD - $168,300 USD

What We Offer

• Holistic Compensation Package:
  Enjoy a world‑class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results‑based incentive bonus opportunities.
• Wellness and Time Off:
  Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year‑end shutdown, and paid parental leave.
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness: HMO and Premium PPO options, plus company‑sponsored life insurance and short and long‑term disability coverage.
• Investment in Growth:
  Reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives.
• Collaborative and High‑Performing Environment:
  Join a dynamic, mission‑driven team focused on innovation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

E-Verify:
Right to Work

Our company participates in E-Verify, a program that electronically confirms a candidate’s eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I‑9). The information provided on the Form I‑9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases.

Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO)

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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