Job Description Job description: The Senior Optical Engineer will make key contributions to the design and development of ophthalmic medical devices, as part of a multidisciplinary team. Activities include optical design and component selection in the development of both light delivery and imaging systems. The successful candidate will work closely with the hardware, software, and applied research teams to develop new technologies and methods to improve and advance ophthalmic diagnostic and therapeutic technologies.

Responsibilities

• Key contributor to all aspects of optical and optomechanical design of our corneal crosslinking devices, from initial concept and prototyping to manufacturing hand-off and sustaining engineering activities.
• Collaborate with applied research, electrical, mechanical and software engineering teams, project management, operations, and quality assurance to accomplish department goals and objectives.
• Proficiency with optical design and analysis tools (e.g., Zemax) and mechanical CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks).
• Ensure that the development process is aligned with design control procedures.
• Definition and execution of verification and validation test protocols.
• Develop and implement testing procedures to ensure performance and reliability.
• Design of production tooling, test fixtures, and related procedures.
• Familiarity with medical device design controls, verification & validation processes, and regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA QSR, ISO 13485).
• Demonstrated experience designing machine vision/imaging systems and light delivery or illumination systems.
• Strong working knowledge of optical characterization techniques and test methodologies (e.g., imaging performance, MTF, beam profiling, radiometry/photometry, interferometry).
• Experience with optomechanical design of optical sub-systems, tooling, and precision alignment fixtures.
• Provide technical direction to other members of the product development team.
• Self-starter with the ability to recognize and solve complex issues with minimal guidance.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in medical device product development environment from initial concept to commercial release.
• Development and design of machine vision/imaging systems and light delivery systems.
• Strong knowledge of optical characterization techniques and testing methodologies.
• Optomechanical design of sub-systems, tooling, and fixtures.
• Familiarity with medical device design control procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Proficient with Zemax and SolidWorks.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work at optical benches and in laboratory environments for extended periods.
• Ability to lift 40lbs when required
• Occasional work in manufacturing or cleanroom environments as required.

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