Optomechanical Engineer – AR Waveguide Display

Applied Materials • Santa Clara, CA

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About The Position

Design and develop optomechanical assemblies for waveguide-based display systems. Collaborate with nano-photonics, optical, mechanical and packaging engineers to integrate optical components in smart eyewear Perform tolerance analysis, thermal and structural simulations for optomechanical systems Support prototyping, testing, and validation of integrated optics and waveguide assemblies. Work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure design-for-manufacturability, reliability and scalability. Drive continuous improvement in design processes and documentation.

Requirements

• BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• 5+ years in optomechanical design of commercial optical modules
• Hands-on experience with waveguide displays and smart eyewear
• Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo) and optical design software (e.g., Zemax, Code V).
• Strong understanding of optical alignment, tolerancing, thermal deformation and environmental reliability
• Familiarity with precision manufacturing and assembly processes for optics.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AR/VR display systems, diffractive waveguide displays, prescriptions lenses and dimming solutions
• Experience with product development process and supporting NPI from EVT to production ramp
• Hands on experience with metrology tools for optical and mechanical inspection.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop optomechanical assemblies for waveguide-based display systems.
• Collaborate with nano-photonics, optical, mechanical and packaging engineers to integrate optical components in smart eyewear
• Perform tolerance analysis, thermal and structural simulations for optomechanical systems
• Support prototyping, testing, and validation of integrated optics and waveguide assemblies.
• Work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure design-for-manufacturability, reliability and scalability.
• Drive continuous improvement in design processes and documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees