Neurophos

Principal Optomechanical Design Engineer

Austin, Texas · Principal · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 64 days ago

SolidWorksCreoThermal AnalysisGD&TSystems EngineeringMechanical DesignElectrical EngineeringTolerance AnalysisFiber Optics

About the role

The optomechanical team is responsible for the physical design and integration of the OPU's free-space optical path, fiber-coupled subsystems, and photonic packaging.
San Jose, CA or Austin, TX.
Full-time onsite position.

Define and own the end-to-end opto-mechanical architecture for the OPU, spanning free-space optical paths, fiber-coupled subsystems, and photonic chip packaging.
Lead tolerance analysis (RSS/Monte Carlo) and develop opto-mechanical error budgets for wavefront quality, pointing stability, throughput, and fiber coupling efficiency.
Design precision mechanical assemblies for beam-shaping, collimation, polarization management, and alignment of free-space optical elements.
Develop packaging and integration strategies for single-mode and polarization-maintaining fiber assemblies, including active and passive alignment approaches.
Drive design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) practices to ensure repeatable, cost-effective production of precision optical subsystems.
Own environmental qualification of opto-mechanical assemblies, including vibration, thermal cycling, shock, and long-term stability testing.
Develop and maintain CAD models, GD&T drawings, and engineering documentation
partner with vendors and contract manufacturers to qualify precision components.
Act as the company-wide opto-mechanical authority, ensuring mechanical design requirements are treated as P0 across all photonic and optical subsystems.
Represent opto-mechanical design in system reviews, own relevant sections of system requirements documents, and communicate status and risk to technical and executive audiences.

Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks or CREO) and GD&T
experience with optical analysis tools (Zemax/OpticStudio or equivalent) to support tolerance studies.
This is the precision mechanical backbone that enables our optical processing engine to operate within the exacting tolerances required for analog compute.
10+ years of hands-on opto-mechanical design experience, with a demonstrated track record of taking precision optical systems from concept through volume production.
Deep expertise in free-space optical system design, including beam shaping, collimation, spatial light modulator integration, and interferometric layouts.
Strong background in photonic packaging and fiber optic integration - PM fiber, FAU, and active alignment.
Proven ability to influence optical, photonic, and electrical design across disciplines to ensure system-level alignment and mechanical integrity.
Strong communicator, able to convey complex opto-mechanical concepts to both technical and executive audiences.

PhD or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline (PhD preferred).
Solid understanding of material selection for opto-mechanical stability and thermal management
experience with precision flexure mechanisms and kinematic mounts is a strong plus.
Prior experience in a fast-moving startup environment is a strong plus.

100% coverage of base health plan premiums for you and your dependents, plus HSA contributions.
Unlimited PTO.
No rigid vacation banks, just a focus on delivery.
401(k) matching and stock option opportunities to ensure our success is your success.
Full suite of voluntary benefits, including Dental, Vision, Life, Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident insurance.
Personalized Benefits.

Work on a game-changing technology at the intersection of photonics and AI as part of a collaborative and brilliant team.
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