Opto-Mechanical Engineer, Camera

The Opto-Mechanical Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and integrating high-performance compact camera modules for cutting-edge AI/AR/VR devices. This role requires experience in camera design and cross-functional collaboration, hands-on prototyping, and experience with high-volume manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Design camera module structures and packaging in CAD, including injection molded, RFPC, PCB, and other component parts
Establish requirements for camera systems in collaboration with architects and system engineers
Collaborate with the Product Design team to negotiate the camera module MCO and system interface requirements
Interface directly with vendors and suppliers, ensuring manufacturability and quality
Conduct rigorous tolerance analysis of camera module design and component parts
Document engineering requirements and create detailed 2D manufacturing and inspection drawings
Collaborate with reliability and supply chain teams to ensure durability and ramp-up for mass production
Communicate technical information and complex concepts clearly across teams and stakeholders
Travel domestically and internationally as needed for business and supplier engagement

Qualifications

BS or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Optics, Physics, or related field
3+ years of proven experience designing miniature opto-mechanical modules or components for consumer electronics, such as AR/VR, mobile devices, or cameras
Demonstrated expertise in mechanical design, encompassing proficiency in tolerance analysis. Proven experience to utilize 3D CAD modeling and drafting software packages
Understanding of structural and thermal FEA, as well as material and adhesives properties
Familiar with Active Alignment (AA) process for camera module assembly
Experience with vendor interfacing and production methods
Demonstrated design experience for mass production, including plastic injection molding and RFPC/PCB
Experience collaborating across disciplines and managing projects from initial design to high-volume manufacturing Basic structural and thermal Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
Experience with NX software
Experience with consumer electronics camera and depth module design at leading tech companies
Familiarity with optical simulation and ray tracing software (e.g., Zemax, Code V, LightTools)