WIT Recruiting · 2 weeks ago
Staff Optical Engineer - Powering Autonomous Vehicles
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/StaffWIT Recruiting is seeking a highly skilled Optical Engineer to drive innovation in LiDAR technology. The role involves designing optical systems for LiDAR, conducting advanced simulations, and collaborating with a diverse team to develop high-performance systems for automotive and industrial applications.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Lead the design of optical systems for LiDAR, with a focus on athermalization and durability under shock and vibration
Perform advanced optical and opto-mechanical simulations to assess system performance and guide design decisions
Develop and refine optical alignment and testing methodologies, including custom equipment for performance validation
Conceptualize opto-mechanical designs for future product generations
Oversee and provide expert feedback to external consultants working on optical design projects
Conduct tolerancing and sensitivity analyses to ensure manufacturability and reliability of precision components
Partner with vendors to source and validate high-precision optical and opto-mechanical components
Contribute to intellectual property development and collaborate with legal counsel to formalize novel inventions
Work alongside quality assurance teams to certify compliance with stringent automotive and industrial standards
Qualification
Required
Strong foundation in optics, with expertise in multi-lens systems and semiconductor laser integration
Proficiency in Zemax (sequential and non-sequential) for optical design, tolerancing, and performance analysis
Hands-on experience with lab-based optical test setups to validate key performance metrics
Skilled in Python or Matlab for simulations, modeling, and data analysis
Experience collaborating with and managing optical component suppliers and external design partners
Proven ability to work across disciplines to develop system-level solutions
Preferred
Familiarity with Structural, Thermal, and Optical Performance (STOP) analysis and athermal design principles
Experience with SolidWorks and ANSYS Mechanical for modeling and simulation
Background in designing optical systems for production-scale manufacturing
Master's degree in physics, optical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field (preferred)
Company
WIT Recruiting
WIT Recruiting provides services for contract staffing, permanent placement, dedicated recruitment (RPO), payrolling, and customized recruiting events.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase