Engineer I - IOL Development

Rxsight•Aliso Viejo, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

RxSight is an ophthalmic medical technology corporation headquartered in Aliso Viejo, California. Its mission is to revolutionize the premium cataract surgery experience through its adjustable intraocular lens, customized after cataract surgery. The Engineer I, IOL Development supports the development of next-generation processes and products, primarily for the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) system and related accessories. This is an on-site role involving direct work with products and a wide range of metrology equipment. The engineer works closely with a team to conduct experiments and pilot builds, generate and analyze data, manage datasets for parallel projects, and provide critical feedback with minimal supervision. The role collaborates across Engineering, Manufacturing, Chemistry, and other departments.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment; medical device experience preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physics.
Basic understanding of DFM and manufacturing principles.
Understanding of GMP and GDP.
Understanding of the Design Control process.
Experience with general laboratory and metrology equipment.
Experience with ERP systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of prototyping, manufacturing, and testing processes, including familiarity with Design of Experiments (DOE).
Knowledge of IQ, OQ, and PQ processes and awareness of relevant industry regulations.
Ability to analyze complex datasets and communicate clear insights for decision-making.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, including for equipment-related issues.
Strong organizational skills, including balancing and prioritizing multiple studies and manufacturing builds.
Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Attention to detail in documentation, experimentation, and process execution.
Ability to collaborate effectively with management and cross-functional teams and willingness to help peers and management.
Ability to communicate progress and challenges transparently and ensure integrity of data and study metrics.
Ability to deliver data or results reliably within allotted timeframes.

Nice To Haves

Medical device manufacturing experience.
Part machining knowledge.
Experience with QAD.
SolidWorks experience.

Responsibilities

Improve the performance and quality of RxSight products and support engineering and implementation of advanced technologies, primarily for the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) system and related accessories.
Support development of next-generation manufacturing processes, including mechanical and electromechanical systems.
Design, execute, and troubleshoot complex experiments with minimal supervision, ensuring thorough data collection and detailed documentation.
Work with engineering to execute design of experiments (DOEs) for troubleshooting or development.
Keep data organized, presentable, and traceable.
Partner with R&D technicians to execute experiments according to plan and take ownership of experimental flow and data collection.
Provide timely project progress updates and transparently communicate delays, challenges, or mistakes.
Use optical metrology equipment, including OCT, SmartScope, Comparator, and Confocal Microscope.
Design and implement fixtures for LAL sample builds, inspections, and manufacturing processes, including driving release through the QMS when necessary.
Conduct independent engineering studies to assess the feasibility of next-generation products and processes.
Write engineering reports and work instructions, and drive their release through the QMS when necessary.
Review and understand mechanical and assembly drawings and provide feedback.
Continuously challenge processes and seek improvements.
Complete required training according to the position’s training plan, including specified policy and ethics training within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter.