Posted 7 months ago
Opto-Mechanical Engineer 2
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Opto-Mechanical Engineer 2 designs, aligns, and validates laser beam metrology and machine vision systems, executing complex engineering tasks in a fast-paced startup environment.
About this role
Join our fast-paced and passionate team as a Opto-Mechanical Engineer 2. As we scale, you will be instrumental in building our foundation from the ground up. This is a dynamic, hands-on role for a self-starter who thrives in a fluid startup environment. You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting edge technologies, work closely with leadership, and develop and implement engineering practices that support our mission and growth. Your key responsibilities are as follows:
- Work independently and in a team while overcommunicating with the manager and the teammates. May mentor junior engineers.
- Execute complex engineering tasks involving planning, preparation, data/information collection and analysis and decision-making in a process involving peer reviews and documentation of the results.
- Use tenacity, patience, self-discipline and passion for excellence to assure accuracy of execution schedule, data quality/integrity, conformance to company best practices, clarity in communication and documentation.
- Use every opportunity to grow competency thru mentorship, curiosity, communication, exposure and initiative.
- Design, alignment, and validation of laser beam metrology, and machine vision systems.
Requirements
- This position requires access to export-controlled information. Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a U.S. person as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3).
**Experience **:
- A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Physics, or a related field.
- A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, ideally within a startup or technology company.
Skills:
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Deep working knowledge of multiple OE topics and strong understanding of standard optical engineering degree curriculum,
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Solid understanding of material properties, mechanisms, fabrication methods: CNC milling, CNC turning, sheet metal, injection molding, laser cutting, water jet cutting, and 3D printing (metal and plastic).
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Deep understanding of optical modeling paradigms: ray tracing, wave propagation
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Understanding of laser beam propagation: how optic movement and rotation impact a beam’s near-field, far-field, beam quality, and fiber coupling efficiency
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Understanding of how to evaluate optical layouts for nominal performance, manufacturability, and risk
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Demonstrated successful execution of engineering tasks including use of mechanical CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and quantitative analysis/programming tools, instrumentation and measurement, part fabrication or procurement, integration and test, data collection, analysis (ANSYS Workbench) and documentation
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Demonstrated successful execution of engineering tasks including use of design software (Ansys Zemax OpticStudio, Photon Engineering FRED, and/or Lambda Research OSLO preferred) and quantitative analysis/programming tools (Python), instrumentation and measurement, part fabrication or procurement, integration and test, data collection, and documentation
Benefits
The expected annual salary range for this position is $85,000-$125,000.
As a full-time employee, you will be eligible for Monarch’s comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Fidelity 401(k) plan with 4% employer matching
- 20 paid time off (PTO) days per year
- 13 paid company holidays
- 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)
Monarch Quantum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state and local laws.
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