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Optics Designer

Rochester, New York, United States · On-site

Senior$20M raised

Job summary: We are seeking an experienced Optical Design Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and optimization of optical systems for a variety of applications and advanced technologies. This role involves using indus…

Skills: Optical Design, Zemax OpticStudio, Code-V, LightTools, Ray Tracing

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Optical Assembler

Rochester, New York, United States · On-site

Mid level$20M raised

Job Summary: Performs precision and intricate hand and machine assembly of finished product using equipment and methods. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Assembles complex components and inspects connections…

Skills: Precision Assembly, Blueprint Reading, Machine Operation, Quality Inspection, Hand-Eye Coordination

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Senior Glass CNC Machinist

Rochester, New York, United States · On-site

Senior$20M raised

Position Summary The Senior Glass CNC Machinist is responsible for programming, setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and optimizing CNC equipment used in the precision machining of glass and optical components. This r…

Skills: CNC Programming, CNC Setup, Optical Glass Machining, GD&T, Precision Measurement

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Lean Manufacturing Engineer

Rochester, New York, United States · On-site

$60k–$80k/yr

Senior$20M raised

Job summary: To provide engineering and development support to ensure the most economical and feasible methods are utilized for each project. Responsible for collaborating with manufacturing, quality and engineering depa…

Skills: Lean Manufacturing, Process Analysis, Cost Analysis, CAD, Microsoft Office

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Clean Room Specialist

Rochester, New York, United States · On-site

Entry level$20M raised

Position Summary The Clean Room Specialist is responsible for performing precision cleaning, handling, inspection, assembly support, packaging, and contamination control of optical components and assemblies in a controll…

Skills: Precision Cleaning, Contamination Control, Optical Component Handling, Microscope Inspection, Clean Room Protocols

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Quality Engineer

Rochester, New York, United States · On-site

Mid level$20M raised

Job Summary: Conduct Quality Assurance audits and routine checks, tests, gauging and instrument inspections of materials, work in process and finished product. Assure company and product standards are maintained and prod…

Skills: Quality Assurance Audits, GD&T, Blueprint Interpretation, CMM Programming, First Article Inspection

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Business Development Engineer

Rochester, New York, United States · On-site

Senior$20M raised

Position Summary: Syntec Optics is seeking a Business Development Engineer to drive growth by identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities within the precision optics and photonics markets. This role …

Skills: Business Development, Optical Engineering, Technical Sales, Precision Optical Fabrication, Optical Coating

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Optical Systems Automation Engineer

Rochester, New York, United States · On-site

Senior$20M raised

Job Summary: We are seeking an Optical Systems Automation Engineer to design, implement, and maintain automated systems for optical alignment, calibration, and test of imaging and optical assemblies. This role bridges op…

Skills: Optical Alignment, Motion Control, Machine Vision, Python, C/C++

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Mechanical Engineer

Rochester, New York, United States · On-site

$60k–$80k/yr

Senior$20M raised

Job summary: To provide engineering and development support to ensure the most economical and feasible methods are utilized for each project. Responsible for collaborating with manufacturing, quality and engineering depa…

Skills: CAD, Microsoft Office, Cost Analysis, Process Development, Quality Planning

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Sales Estimator

Rochester, New York, United States · On-site

Mid level$20M raised

Job Summary: Support Sales (a.k.a. Business Development) team on new RFQ opportunities. Is also responsible for preparing quotes when requested, for existing customer base. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Particip…

Skills: Sales Estimating, Quoting, Business Development, Written Communication, Oral Communication

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Shipping Coordinator

Rochester, New York, United States · On-site

Mid level$20M raised

Job Summary: Person will be responsible for all shipping and receiving activities, management of finished goods, customer overrun inventory and packaging supplies. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Forward da…

Skills: Shipping and Receiving, Inventory Management, ERP Systems, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word

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Floor Lead - Molding

Rochester, New York, United States · On-site

$22/hr–$26/hr

Mid level$20M raised

Job Summary: Effectively plans and implements workload for assigned orders ensuring parts, materials and manpower are available for the production floor to perform the work. Provides other support to production and opera…

Skills: Production Planning, Operator Training, ERP Software, Quality Control, Inventory Tracking

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Coating Engineer

Rochester, New York, United States · On-site

Mid level$20M raised

Job Summary: The Coating Engineer provides engineering support for vacuum thin-film coating processes used in the manufacturing of optical components. This role working closely with other engineers and manufacturing staf…

Skills: PVD Optical Coating, High Vacuum Technology, Optical Thin Film Deposition, Spectrophotometry, Optical Simulation Tools

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Tool Maker

Rochester, New York, United States · On-site

Mid level$20M raised

The Tool Maker is responsible for designing, building, maintaining, and repairing precision tooling, fixtures, and molds used in the manufacturing of optical and precision components. This role supports production effici…

Skills: Precision Tooling, CNC Machining, CAD/CAM, GD&T, EDM Equipment

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Machinist

Rochester, New York, United States · On-site

Senior$20M raised

Job Summary: Working from given instructions, will load programs into the controller, review the program and do intermediate setup of machine tools through first piece inspection approval. Essential Duties and Responsibi…

Skills: Machine Setup, Lathes, Mills, GD&T, Shop Math

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Mold Maker

Rochester, New York, United States · On-site

Mid level$20M raised

Job Summary: The Mold Technician is responsible for designing, building, repairing, and maintaining molds used in manufacturing processes. This role requires expertise in working with metal, plastic, or composite molds, …

Skills: Mold Fabrication, CNC Operation, Blueprint Reading, CAD Design, EDM

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Senior CMM Programmer

Rochester, New York, United States · On-site

Senior$20M raised

Job Summary: The Senior CMM Programmer is responsible for leading the development, optimization, and validation of complex CMM programs for precision measurement of intricate geometries. This role serves as a technical a…

Skills: CMM Programming, Metrology, GD&T, PC-DMIS, Calypso

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Prism Production Coordinator

Rochester, New York, United States · On-site

$18/hr–$26/hr

Entry level$20M raised

Job Summary: Will be responsible for production of low and high-volume production jobs. These jobs have tight tolerance and are complex in nature. The employee will train under close supervision of qualified operators. E…

Skills: Optical Manufacturing, Metrology Equipment, Visual Inspection, Precision Manufacturing, Quality Control

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Scheduler

Rochester, New York, United States · On-site

Mid level$20M raised

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Skills: Production Scheduling, Resource Planning, ERP Systems, MRP, Inventory Management

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Maintenance Technician

Rochester, New York, United States · On-site

$20/hr–$35/hr

Mid level$20M raised

Job summary: Perform highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety regulations. Perform building and grounds maintenance as directed. Maint…

Skills: Mechanical Troubleshooting, Electrical Repair, Preventative Maintenance, Equipment Installation, Machinist Skills

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Optics Designer

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Rochester, New York, United States • On-site

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  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
  • Posted 3d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Lead the design, analysis, and optimization of optical systems using industry-standard simulation software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate optical components with mechanical, electrical, and software systems.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, or a related field with 5-10 years of experience. Proficiency in optical design software like Zemax or Code-V and a strong understanding of optical principles are essential.

Full job description

Job summary:

We are seeking an experienced Optical Design Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and optimization of optical systems for a variety of applications and advanced technologies. This role involves using industry-standard software (Zemax, Code-V, or equivalent) to model, simulate, and optimize optical designs. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate optical systems with mechanical, electrical, and software components while ensuring designs meet performance requirements and industry standards. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Design, analyze, and optimize optical systems using industry-standard software tools such as Zemax OpticStudio, Code-V, or equivalent.
  • Lead the design and execution of optical system and component testing, ensuring alignment with performance requirements.
  • Apply a deep understanding of optical principles, theories, and concepts to solve complex design challenges.
  • Analyze data sets and create tools for effective data visualization and manipulation.
  • Take a leadership role in guiding technical staff and making significant contributions to project outcomes.
  • Collaborate in a small, fast-paced team environment, bringing creativity and technical expertise to each project.
  • Utilize operating systems like Linux and Windows, and be proficient in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel) and MATLAB.
  • Present technical results to internal teams, customers, and at workshops/conferences.
  • Performs other related duties and assignments as required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

The noise level in the work environment may range from low, moderate to loud. 

Education, Skills, and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
  • 5-10 years of experience in optical design, modeling, and simulation.
  • Proficiency with optical design software (Zemax, Code V, LightTools, etc.).
  • Strong understanding of optical principles, including ray tracing, diffraction, and wave optics.
  • Experience with optical system testing and validation.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
  • Flexibility with working hours may be required to meet business needs and deadlines.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee.  He/she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other responsible duties as requested by his/her supervisor.

Syntec Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by law.

 

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About Syntec Optics

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American Optics & Photonics Manufacturing Company

Industry
Plastics Manufacturing
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1981
Headquarters
Rochester, NY
LinkedIn followers
3,563
Total funding
$20M

Syntec Optics (Nasdaq: OPTX) is an American optics and photonics manufacturing company located in Rochester, NY. The company develops, manufactures, and assembles custom optical solutions for defense & security, medical, and virtual reality applications. The company was originally started as Syntec in 1981. In 1997 Boston-based entrepreneur Al Kapoor started acquiring Syntec with its other affiliates and founded Syntec Optics. Its customers include leading multinationals, innovative defense contractors, and pioneering start-ups. Syntec Optics pioneered polymer optics that allowed plastics to replace glass as an effective, bio-compatible, and less expensive solution for optics. New nano-technology techniques like HRDT (High Refraction Diamond Turning) for newly invented highly engineered resins further enabled radical innovations that led to a dramatic reduction in product costs - as high as 50% in some cases. In 2016, the White House declared Optics and Photonics as America’s competitive advantage globally. Syntec Optics was a key partner of the team invited for the new Rochester, NY Photonics Institute announcement at the White House led by the Research Foundation of the State University of New York (RF SUNY). Syntec Optics has created hundreds of new jobs in Rochester, NY. Syntec Optics has become North America’s largest polymer optics assembly and opto-mechanical component provider. Renovation and development of a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility of more than 85,000 sq. ft. in size, built on over 7 acres of land, has allowed co-location of its polymer optics and optics assembly division with its optical mold, diamond turning optics, and optical coating division. Syntec’s affiliated opto-mechanicals division, called Wordingham Technologies, has also co-located. Offerings from all divisions are combined at the same location in the City of Rochester, NY, to make plastic optics assemblies for the full light spectrum.

Offices: 515 Lee Road,, Rochester, NY 14606, US · Syntec Optics (Building 2A), 515 Lee Road, Rochester, NY 14606, US · Wordingham Technologies (Building 1B), 515 Lee Road, Rochester, NY 14606, US · Syntec Optics, 1001 Bayhill Drive 2nd Floor, San Bruno, CA 94066, US

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About Syntec Optics

LinkedInVisit site

American Optics & Photonics Manufacturing Company

Industry
Plastics Manufacturing
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1981
Headquarters
Rochester, NY
LinkedIn followers
3,563
Total funding
$20M

Syntec Optics (Nasdaq: OPTX) is an American optics and photonics manufacturing company located in Rochester, NY. The company develops, manufactures, and assembles custom optical solutions for defense & security, medical, and virtual reality applications. The company was originally started as Syntec in 1981. In 1997 Boston-based entrepreneur Al Kapoor started acquiring Syntec with its other affiliates and founded Syntec Optics. Its customers include leading multinationals, innovative defense contractors, and pioneering start-ups. Syntec Optics pioneered polymer optics that allowed plastics to replace glass as an effective, bio-compatible, and less expensive solution for optics. New nano-technology techniques like HRDT (High Refraction Diamond Turning) for newly invented highly engineered resins further enabled radical innovations that led to a dramatic reduction in product costs - as high as 50% in some cases. In 2016, the White House declared Optics and Photonics as America’s competitive advantage globally. Syntec Optics was a key partner of the team invited for the new Rochester, NY Photonics Institute announcement at the White House led by the Research Foundation of the State University of New York (RF SUNY). Syntec Optics has created hundreds of new jobs in Rochester, NY. Syntec Optics has become North America’s largest polymer optics assembly and opto-mechanical component provider. Renovation and development of a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility of more than 85,000 sq. ft. in size, built on over 7 acres of land, has allowed co-location of its polymer optics and optics assembly division with its optical mold, diamond turning optics, and optical coating division. Syntec’s affiliated opto-mechanicals division, called Wordingham Technologies, has also co-located. Offerings from all divisions are combined at the same location in the City of Rochester, NY, to make plastic optics assemblies for the full light spectrum.

Offices: 515 Lee Road,, Rochester, NY 14606, US · Syntec Optics (Building 2A), 515 Lee Road, Rochester, NY 14606, US · Wordingham Technologies (Building 1B), 515 Lee Road, Rochester, NY 14606, US · Syntec Optics, 1001 Bayhill Drive 2nd Floor, San Bruno, CA 94066, US

Polymer Optics ManufacturingDiamond Turning & ToolingMicrofluidic ChipsInjection MoldingOptical AssemblyPolymer Optics DesignCustom OpticsMedical OpticsIR OpticsOptical Coating
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