Alcon Research

Alcon Research

Principal Opto-Mechanical Engineer

Lake Forest, California · Principal · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$131k-$169kDetected 13 days ago
MATLABProduct ManagementIntellectual PropertySolidWorksCreoANSYSFEAGD&TMechanical DesignMedical DevicesResearchCollaborationTolerance AnalysisActuatorsFiber OpticsGxP

About the role

  • With more than 25,000 associates, we innovate fearlessly, champion progress, and act swiftly to impact global eye health.
  • We foster an inclusive culture, recognizing your contributions and offering opportunities to grow your career like never before.
  • The Principal Opto-Mechanical Engineer is primarily responsible for leading teams in designing, validating, and optimizing optical components and systems.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee multiple optical engineering projects, leading teams in the design, validation, and optimization of optical components and systems
  • Ensure designs meet high-precision and regulatory requirements
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to develop cutting-edge optical solutions
  • Design, assembly, alignment, measurement, testing, analysis, and troubleshooting of diagnostics and visualization devices.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs
  • The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
  • 5 Years of Relevant Experience
  • Proficiency in opto-mechanical system design, optical alignment technology, tolerance analysis, material selection, design for athermalization, bonding and assembly processes.
  • Broad knowledge of precision manufacturing techniques and familiarity with assembly of micro-optical and miniature optomechanical components.
  • How You Can Thrive at Alcon:
  • If you are currently an active employee/contingent worker at Alcon, please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site.
  • Adhere to GxP regulations by strictly following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining accurate and complete documentation, ensuring rigorous quality control, and completing all required training

Nice to have

  • Proficiency in CREO (Pro-E), SolidWorks, or Equivalent CAD skills (CREO preferred) in PLM or Windchill environment.
  • Experienced with Motion Control and manufacturing automation is a Plus.

Compensation

  • 130,900.00 - 169,400.00
  • Our compensation approach includes a combination of fixed and variable pay, with short‑term and long‑term incentive opportunities for eligible roles.
  • The salary range posted represents the anticipated hiring range for this role.
  • Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, location, and internal equity, and may fall outside the posted range.

Benefits

  • Conduct design, research, development, and process upscaling for new medical device products.
  • Investigate and evaluate existing technology and designs new methodology, materials, machines, or processes as needed for Ophthalmic medical device development.

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.
  • Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.
  • If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the
  • Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Sponsorship available: No
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