Engineer III Optics/Opto Mechanical

Position Summary 

We are seeking an Engineer III – Opto-Mechanical to join a growing R&D team in Hyderabad supporting sustaining engineering, VAVE, and lifecycle management for the KingFisher sample preparation systems and Detection instruments. 

In this role, you will be a key individual contributor, owning opto-mechanical subsystems and supporting the design, integration, and performance of optical and mechanical components within instrument platforms. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues, improve system performance, and contribute to cost optimization and lifecycle management efforts. 

Key Responsibilities 

Opto-Mechanical Design & Development 

• Design, develop, and support opto-mechanical assemblies, including optical mounts, alignment features, housings, and precision mechanical components.  

• Own subsystems or modules, including CAD modeling, detailing, and documentation.  

• Support optical alignment, tolerance analysis, and performance optimization of integrated systems.  

• Collaborate on selection and integration of optical components (e.g., lenses, filters, detectors, light sources).  

Sustaining Engineering & Lifecycle Support 

• Execute sustaining activities including design updates, ECO implementation, and component obsolescence management.  

• Perform root cause analysis of optical and mechanical performance issues and implement corrective actions.  

• Support testing, validation, and calibration of opto-mechanical systems.  

Value Analysis / Value Engineering (VAVE) 

• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities within opto-mechanical designs and components.  

• Evaluate alternative materials, components, and suppliers in collaboration with senior engineers.  

• Support design for manufacturability and scalability of opto-mechanical assemblies.  

System Integration & Technical Contribution 

• Collaborate with systems, electrical, firmware, and assay teams to support system integration and troubleshooting.  

• Contribute to system requirements, interface definitions, and verification activities.  

• Participate in design reviews and technical discussions, providing data-driven input.  

Global & Cross-Functional Collaboration 

• Work with global R&D teams (Finland, US, Singapore) to support knowledge transfer and ongoing product support.  

• Partner with manufacturing, quality, service, and sourcing to resolve issues and improve product performance.  

• Collaborate with Business Unit Product Management to support execution aligned with product priorities.  

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or related field.  

• 5+ years of experience in opto-mechanical or precision mechanical engineering.  

• Experience with CAD tools and mechanical design principles.  

• Familiarity with optical systems, alignment techniques, and tolerance analysis.  

• Strong skills in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and hands-on problem solving.  

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience with life sciences or analytical instrumentation (e.g., optical detection systems, qPCR).  

• Experience with optical components and systems (lenses, filters, detectors, illumination).  

• Experience with DFM/DFA, cost optimization, and VAVE initiatives.  

• Familiarity with optical simulation or analysis tools.  

• Exposure to regulated product development environments.  

Impact 

• Owns and delivers opto-mechanical subsystem solutions.  

• Drives execution of design updates, issue resolution, and validation activities.  

• Contributes to optical performance, system reliability, and cost improvements.  

• Supports the development of R&D capability in Hyderabad.