Bakerhughes

R&D Optical Engineer

US-NY-SKANEATELES-721 VISIONS DRIVE · Senior · Full-time

No sponsorship$102k-$188kDetected 1 day ago
Product ManagementIntellectual PropertyMechanical DesignElectrical EngineeringResearch

About the role

  • In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns: Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive.
  • Working for you Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century.
  • But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today.

Responsibilities

  • Have hands‑on experience using optical design software such as Code V and/or Zemax.
  • Have experience in illumination system design and micro‑optics.
  • Are you passionate about designing and developing high ‑ performance optical systems from concept through production?
  • Partner with the best
  • The Commercial & Sales organization drives growth by building strong customer partnerships, commercializing hydrocarbons, and delivering integrated equipment and service solutions.
  • With a focus on digital transformation and energy transition, the team leverages data-driven insights to optimize sales performance and maximize customer value.
  • As an R&D Optical Engineer, you will lead the design, development, and validation of optical and electro‑optical systems.
  • You will work closely with cross‑functional partners, suppliers, and manufacturing teams to ensure optical performance, manufacturability, and quality throughout the product lifecycle.
  • This role supports innovation through technology research, patent development, and continuous improvement of optical solutions.
  • Senior Engineer, Physics & Metrology, Product Design and Engineering

Requirements

  • Have a Bachelor's degree in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Have 5+ years of experience in the design and development of optical products.
  • Have significant experience with optical modeling of electro‑optical systems, including alignment techniques, lens selection, MTF, and FOV analysis.

Skills

  • Adhering to business standards, engineering best practices, and product/program requirements throughout the development process.
  • Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optical parts and assemblies are manufacturable and achieve consistent quality.
  • Contributing to innovation by researching emerging technologies and supporting the review and submission of patents.

Compensation

  • The annual pay scale for this position is between $101,530.00 - $188,470.00.

Benefits

  • Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
  • Comprehensive private medical care options
  • Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
  • Additional elected or voluntary benefits
  • Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive.
  • We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Company info

  • Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes.
  • We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • This position requires current work authorization in the country of employment.
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