GoPro · 3 days ago
Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer
San Mateo, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$104K/yr - $137K/yr
3+ years expGoPro is seeking a Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer to architect, design, build, test, qualify, and document opto-mechanical components and assemblies. The role involves leading the design of optical systems and ensuring manufacturability and performance of precision assemblies, while collaborating with cross-functional teams and contract manufacturers.
Consumer ElectronicsPhotographyVideoWearables
Responsibilities
Lead the design, documentation, and execution of optical systems from concept through production and into sustaining phases
Design 3D CAD models and draft 2D drawings to create high-precision opto-mechanical components
Contribute to design-for-manufacturing (DFM), design-for-assembly (DFA), and design-for-test (DFT) efforts, ensuring scalable and cost-effective production
Perform complex tolerance analyses to ensure manufacturability and performance of precision assemblies of optical parts
Work collaboratively with cross functional internal teams, as well as contract manufacturers in Asia to support camera and lens module builds, testing, and quality assurance. There will be travel to vendor sites as needed to support design and manufacturing
Write test plans, analyze build and test data, generate visualizations, and drive actionable decisions based on statistical insights
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Opto-Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
3+ years of experience in opto-mechanical product development, including but not limited to Camera Systems, AR/VR, LIDAR, Waveguides, Wearable Optics
Proficient in Siemens NX (or other CAD tool) for 3D CAD design and 2D drafting and the design skills to get to a manufacturable design (TA, DFM, GD&T)
Deep understanding of manufacturing processes relevant to optical systems: injection molding, CNC machining, die casting, MIM, die cutting, lens molding, and glass grinding/polishing
Experience with PCB integration in opto-mechanical assemblies
Familiarity with optical component alignment methodologies, including active alignment systems
Ability to work well with other humans; and travel periodically as needed for the project
Preferred
Ability to analyze and present statistical data using Python, MATLAB, or other tool for data plotting and analysis, automation scripts, productivity enhancement, and generally building tools to help us work faster
Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA), performing your own thermal/structural modeling as well as collaborating with other FEA engineers on their analysis
Experience with Zemax OpticStudio, performing your own system level tolerance and performance modeling and/or working with Optical Engineers on their analysis
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance – premiums are 100% paid for employees, 80% paid for dependents
Life insurance and disability benefits
Generous time off policy
12 weeks paid parental leave for new parents
Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) options
Discounted employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
LiveHealthy monthly wellness reimbursement
Wellness programs including 1:1 Coaching, 1:1 Therapy sessions, and mental health resources
Innovative remote-friendly wellness classes and events
Flexible work arrangements
Monthly phone and internet reimbursement
Professional + personal development opportunities, i.e. LinkedIn Learning, technology trainings, certifications, Peer-to-Peer learning, conferences and more
Opportunities to get involved in the causes that you care about (annual camera donation + volunteer events)
Company
GoPro
GoPro is a brand of personal cameras used in extreme action video photography.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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$340.2MKey Investors
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