Optical Design Engineer

5 hours ago


Johns Creek, Georgia, United States Alcon Full time
Optical Engineer Role at Alcon

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you'll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.

We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As an Optical Engineer, you will collaborate with design engineers, metrology engineers, chemistry and process scientists, and clinicians, to deliver state-of-the-art opto-mechanical, mechanical and optical designs supporting new product development for ophthalmic medical device products.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, model, analyze, and test optical, electro-optical, and opto-mechanical systems and components, including sensors, lasers, fiber-optics, and telecommunications products.
  • Conduct research and development into phases of physical optics and geometric optics, lasers, laser characteristics, laser maintenance, and broadband optical sources.
  • Apply research of complex optical systems to achieve desired optical outcomes. Develop component specifications, tolerances, simulations and tests procedures for electro-optical systems and components.
  • Use design-to-cost models, six sigma methodology, and other methods to assure and verify optical design requirements are met.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +10 yrs; Assoc.+6 yrs; M.S.+0 yrs)
  • The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
  • 2+ years of relevant experience
What You'll Bring to Alcon:
  • Expert level (Zemax preferred) optical design experience
  • Lumerical & Speos preferred optical simulation experience
  • MATLAB (preferred) or Python programming experience
  • CAD (CREO preferred but not required) experience

This position can be offered at the Engineer to Principal Engineer level, based on the candidate's experience and qualifications.

Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off, and much more.

Travel Requirements: 5-10%

Relocation assistance: Yes

Sponsorship available: Yes



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