Optical Engineer

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Optical Engineer for an opportunity in Redmond, WA

Position Title: Optical Engineer

Location: Redmond, WA

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Please note this is the target date and it is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 12 months, possible extension based on business needs

Job Type: Onsite

Pay Range: $75/hr. - $77/hr.

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Summary:

Job Description

• The main function of an optical Engineer is to develop new concepts and technologies for next generation Near-Eye Displays (NEDs), projectors, cameras and sensors including integrated optics, structured light, depth sensing, polarization optics, and optical system design

Job Responsibilities:

• Work with a small team of optical scientists in developing imaging systems for AR and VR applications
• Model and prototype critical technologies to drive system performance and validation
• Research and develop emerging concepts in imaging systems and optical systems in support of NEDs
• Support the evaluation and characterization of optical components and system integrations
• Collaborate with the larger research team to explore concepts and drive optical system development to create compelling experiences

Skills:

• Experience in applied research and/or product development of optics or photonic systems
• Experience with one or more of the following optics technologies with hands-on experimental skills in optics laboratory environment: interferometry, microscopy, illumination, radiometry/photometry, stray light analysis, physical optics
• Expertise in one or more of following material knowledge and process engineering: vacuum-assisted casting, conformal coating on non-planar/curved substrates, photopolymer processing
• Experience in radiometric calibration, measuring signal-to-noise, optical scattering, and modeling of imaging systems\
• Proficiency in optical simulation tools such as Light Tools, Zemax, or programming languages such as Python or Matlab
• Ability to work with minimal direction and managing a project independently from start to finish
• Working, communicating, and collaborating in a cross-functional team environment

Education/Experience:

• Advanced degree in the field of Optical Sciences, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a similar field or equivalent experience. Masters/PHD preferred.

Top 3 must-have HARD skills:

1) Experience with optical experiments, specifically working on an optical table (key words to look for: holographic optical element, interferometry, microscopy, volume Bragg grating)

2) Experience building an optical system

3) Research experience in the field of display systems and optics: An advanced degree in the field of Optical Sciences, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a similar field or equivalent experience. Need Ph.D. or MS.

Good to have skills:

1) Material processing (photopolymer, film lamination, etc)

2) Expertise in one or more of following material knowledge and process engineering: vacuum-assisted casting, conformal coating on non-planar/curved substrates, photopolymer processing

3) Programming languages such as Python or Matlab

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.