Sr. Opto-Mechanical Engineer

The Senior Optical / Opto-Mechanical Engineer researches, develops, designs, tests, evaluates, and documents optical and opto-mechanical components, subassemblies, equipment, and systems, applying principles and techniques of optical and mechanical engineering to Velo3D's multi-laser metal additive manufacturing platforms. This position is responsible to work independently and as a member of a team supporting the development of capital equipment. Candidates with less than the experience listed below may be considered at a level commensurate with their experience.

Essential Functions

• Design and document optical and opto-mechanical systems and components, such as laser beam delivery assemblies, scan lenses, galvanometer scan heads, beam combiners/splitters, and protective windows.
• Propose specifications, create test plans, and conduct validation for optical and opto-mechanical designs.
• Maintain and create optical layout drawings, alignment/calibration procedures, and opto-mechanical schematics for current and future products.
• Manage suppliers for prototype and production optical and photonic components.
• Support supply chain for management of end-of-life and obsolescence of optical and laser components.
• Provide optical engineering expertise in support of other job functions, including hardware/software/process engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and field service.
• Conduct system level integration and validation of designs (testing and troubleshooting).
• Drive continuous improvement related to enhancing optical performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Drive full documentation of design including BOM, drawings, and procedures.
• Oversee and coordinate activities involved in fabrication, alignment, calibration, installation, and repair of optical and opto-mechanical systems.
• Manage small to mid-sized projects from concept to production.
• Collaborate in a team environment working with Hardware, Software, and Process.
• Participate in team and other assigned meetings.

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