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The role involves hands-on assembly and alignment of optical systems while working within an interdisciplinary team. You will also perform tests, collect and analyze data, and present findings to project teams and customers.
Candidates must hold a minimum of a Master's degree in optics and possess 2-5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in optical design and simulation software like ZEMAX is required, along with US citizenship or permanent residency status.
Job Title: | Sr. Engineer, Optical |
Reporting to: | Director Engineering |
Location: | San Jose, California |
Job Site: | On-Site |
Job Description Revision Date: | August 3, 2026 |
About us:
We know what it takes to be a key partner in life science and medical industries. Since 2002, Gener8 has guided our customers by turning their innovative concepts into reality by providing engineering design services and manufacturing complex instruments, software, and consumables. Our customers are striving for breakthroughs in research instruments and medical diagnostic and surgical devices that will help scientists and medical professionals understand patient conditions and provide better treatment. Gener8 has offices in San Jose and Carlsbad, CA, Wilmington, MA, Indianapolis, IN and Cartago, Costa Rica.
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Company Benefits:
Health, Dental and Vision insurance; 401(k); Life insurance; STD, LTD; Flexible spending account, Health savings account; Paid time off; Employee discounts, Referral program.
Gener8, LLC is an independent professional consultancy practice connected by shared ownership and management philosophy specializing in Intelligent Medical Marketing Solutions designed to advance and differentiate client provider organizations among their peers.
Offices: San Antonio, US
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