Lead Opto-Mechanical Engineer

2 weeks ago

San Francisco, California, United States Ouster Full time
Job Overview

At Ouster, we are at the forefront of developing innovative sensors and tools that empower engineers, roboticists, and researchers to enhance safety and efficiency in various applications. Our journey has revolutionized LIDAR technology, transforming it from a complex analog system into a streamlined digital solution utilizing a chip-scale laser array and a CMOS sensor. This advancement has enabled us to offer a comprehensive suite of high-resolution LIDAR sensors that provide exceptional imaging capabilities at a significantly reduced cost.

We are seeking a talented Opto-Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the development of our next-generation LIDAR sensors. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in designing and analyzing opto-mechanical systems, along with practical experience in testing optical hardware. Given the diverse applications of LIDAR technology, our goal is to create products that excel in various thermal and vibration conditions. A meticulous approach to opto-mechanical design, analysis, and testing is essential for producing sensors that meet these challenges. This role will involve collaboration with experts in mechanical, electrical, and testing disciplines, providing a unique opportunity to design optical systems for mass production.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and develop opto-mechanical systems from initial concept through to production for next-generation products.
  • Conduct opto-mechanical simulations to assess system performance across a wide range of thermal and vibration environments.
  • Validate hardware through comprehensive testing, including the creation of test plans and development of test equipment.
  • Generate optical and opto-mechanical component drawings adhering to GDT standards.
  • Implement tolerancing for optical and opto-mechanical components, understanding appropriate fabrication tolerances.
  • Collaborate with vendors to ensure high-precision fabrication and verification of optical and opto-mechanical components.
  • Work alongside the quality assurance team to guarantee that our products meet stringent automotive and industrial standards.
Basic Qualifications
  • Solid foundation in opto-mechanical principles, with experience in athermal design considered an advantage.
  • Proficiency in Solidworks or equivalent CAD software.
  • Experience with Zemax or similar optical simulation software.
  • Ability to create mechanical drawings with accurate tolerancing.
  • Familiarity with the design of bond joints and testing of adhesives.
  • Hands-on experience with optical hardware.
  • Experience in managing optical component suppliers and design consultants.
  • Master's degree preferred in optical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with LIDAR systems.
  • Background in designing optical systems for mass production.
  • Proficiency in FEA software such as ANSYS or equivalent.
  • Knowledge of high-level programming languages (Python, Matlab) for simulation and data analysis.
  • Experience with Structural, Thermal, Optical Performance (STOP) analysis.
  • Familiarity with optical alignment and metrology tools.
  • Understanding of stress, thermal, shock vibration, and related reliability testing.
  • Knowledge of GDT standards and ISO 10110.

Ouster is committed to fostering a diverse workforce and is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, as we believe that diversity enhances our innovation and success.

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