Optical Engineer

Actalent

  • North Reading, MA
  • $120,000-140,000 per year
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
Job Title: Optical EngineerGreat opportunity at local robotics company!Job DescriptionAre you inspired by invention and driven by problem-solving through teamwork? If you answered yes, you will thrive in this role, contributing to transformative advancements in robotics and software. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to develop and integrate next-generation sensor technology in robotics, impacting our technology roadmap and enhancing customer experiences.Responsibilities
  • Research emerging sensor technologies and explore their applications within the fulfillment network.
  • Collaborate with hardware, firmware, software, testing teams, and suppliers to develop sensor technologies from concept to high volume production.
  • Design and develop sensor and compute products characterization methodologies and automate solutions.
  • Define system requirements and test plans, conduct experiments, collect data, and perform system/sub-system level testing and evaluation.
  • Work backwards from customer needs, advising sensor selection, designing sensor and compute systems, developing integration plans, and prototyping solutions.
Essential Skills
  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, System Engineering or related discipline.
  • 5+ years of system development experience from concept to production environment.
  • Experience with sensing technologies such as camera, stereo camera, time-of-flight camera, radar, and lidar.
  • Experience designing sensors and compute systems for high fidelity perception applications.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience developing sensor characterization methodologies and infrastructure.
  • Experience with camera lens optical simulation using Zemax.
  • Ability to write comprehensive functional requirements and test plans.
  • Creative and efficient problem-solving skills.
  • Desire to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong leadership, teamwork, and collaboration skills with high attention to detail.
  • Willingness to support domestic and international travel as required.
Work EnvironmentThe work environment is fast-paced and collaborative, utilizing cutting-edge technologies. Expect to engage with a multidisciplinary team, using tools such as Solidworks and Zemax for optical design and simulation. The role may involve occasional domestic and international travel to support program requirements.We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following:· Medical, dental & vision· 401(k)/Roth· Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D)· Short and long-term disability· Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)· Transportation benefits· Employee Assistance Program.Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $140000.00/hr.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in North Reading,MA.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2025.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.

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