Principal, Optical Engineering - R&D
About The Position
The Principal I, Optical Engineering (Science/Tech/Engineering Path) manages complex optical engineering projects, including designing, developing, and testing optical systems that enhance light manipulation, imaging precision, and material interactions. The role provides technical guidance and collaborates with product development teams, makes informed decisions about optical designs and component selection, and optimizes performance. It also contributes to improving optical system functionality, safety, and manufacturability. The position is on-site in Lake Forest, California. The role ensures compliance with regulatory standards and GxP regulations by following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining accurate and complete documentation, and supporting rigorous quality control. The incumbent completes required training, meets individual job requirements, contributes to organizational compliance, and commits to continuous improvement. Travel is up to 10%. Sponsorship and relocation are not available.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of directly related experience; alternatives listed are high school plus 13 years, associate degree plus 9 years, master’s degree plus 2 years, or PhD plus 0 years.
- Fluent ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English.
- 5 years of relevant experience.
Responsibilities
- Manage complex optical engineering projects, including designing, developing, and testing optical systems.
- Provide technical guidance and collaborate with product development teams.
- Make informed decisions on optical designs and component selection, and optimize performance.
- Contribute to improving optical system functionality, safety, and manufacturability.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and GxP regulations by following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Maintain accurate and complete documentation and ensure rigorous quality control.
- Complete required training and meet individual job requirements.
- Contribute to organizational compliance and continuous improvement.
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Life benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Flexible time off
- Focused growth and development opportunities
- Short-term and long-term incentive opportunities for eligible roles
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
