Optics Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Optics Engineer to join our Manufacturing Engineering Team in Mulgrave. This role is critical to sustaining and advancing Agilent's world-leading spectroscopic instrumentation and manufacturing capabilities.

You will work closely with production teams and lead optics insourcing initiatives, supporting the development, maintenance, and troubleshooting of optical systems and test infrastructure. You'll also collaborate with R&D engineers across disciplines to ensure manufacturability and performance of new and existing products.

Key Responsibilities

• Support production operations by maintaining and improving optical systems
• Lead optics insourcing projects to enhance local manufacturing capabilities.
• Provide hands-on engineering support to recover and recalibrate test equipment during downtime.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electronic, software, and firmware engineers to integrate optical solutions.
• Contribute to NPI projects including optics manufacturing processes, fixture design and prototyping.
• Maintain and develop manufacturing databases for optical performance and test data.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Physics, Optics, or Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in optical engineering, preferably in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of spectroscopic techniques and applications.
• Experience with optical metrology, optomechanics, and optical design tools (e.g., raytracing, simulation, CAD).
• Familiarity with laser physics, light scattering, polarization, and detection schemes.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB, ANSYS, COMSOL).
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule.Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.Travel Required: OccasionalShift: DayDuration: No End DateJob Function: Manufacturing

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