Responsibilities

• Works with a multidisciplinary team of hardware, software, firmware, mechanical, and quality engineers to drive Optical specific product development
• Support design of prototypes and manufacturing of optical and atomic emission and atomic absorption instrumentation
• Design and develop optical systems for spectroscopic instruments, including monochromatic and interferometer-based systems.
• Recognizes cost and schedule implications on projects.  Able to meet critical program schedules and technical objectives
• Drives technical solutions based on standard or accepted technical practices
• Work with R&D as a team to implement product specifications focusing on Optics.  Identifies issues and areas for improvement with existing technical processes, either independently or through cross-functional teams.  Develop ways to improve technical methodology, processes and products

Preferred characteristics

• Minimum a Master or bachelor’s degree in science/Engineering specialization in Optics; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Minimum 3 years of relevant working experience in Optical Design especially in Spectrometer
• At least 2 years of experience in an analytical instrument manufacturing environment
• Experience with successful product development
• Knowledge of AA and ICP-OES optical system design will be an advantage
• Experience in Six Sigma, DOE and Lean manufacturing is a plus
  
• Demonstrate knowledge of optical design and electrical systems/sub-systems of Analytical Instruments
• Good understanding of optical modeling and design tools such as ZEMAX
• Solid grasp of the engineering change process and function of Product Data Management systems (PDM)
• Knowledge in ISO 9001, ISO14001 and ISO45001
• Strong drive for results, balanced with effective decision making and problem-solving skills