ENGINEER PRINCIPLE, MECHANICAL
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 29, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 28, 2026. Lumentum scores B on the Alion truth index.
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Job Summary**
Lumentum Operations LLC is seeking a highly experienced and innovative Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, development, and optimization of complex mechanical systems for our cutting-edge optical products. This role involves driving advanced mechanical engineering solutions from concept to production, ensuring robust performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
Job Responsibilities**
* Lead the mechanical design and analysis of opto-mechanical assemblies, modules, and systems for new product introduction and existing product enhancements.
* Conduct advanced engineering analysis, including FEA (stress, thermal, vibration), CFD, and tolerance analysis, to ensure design integrity and performance.
* Develop detailed mechanical specifications, design documentation, and test plans.
* Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including optical engineers, electrical engineers, manufacturing engineers, and program managers to define requirements, integrate designs, and troubleshoot issues.
* Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance within the mechanical engineering team.
* Drive the selection and qualification of materials, components, and manufacturing processes.
* Identify and implement innovative mechanical solutions to improve product performance, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturability.
* Oversee design validation and verification activities, including prototype testing and failure analysis.
* Stay abreast of industry trends, new technologies, and best practices in mechanical engineering and optical systems.
Job Qualifications**
* Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field; Ph.D. preferred.
* 10+ years of progressive experience in mechanical design and analysis, preferably within the optical, semiconductor, or high-tech manufacturing industries.
* Expert proficiency with 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) and PDM/PLM systems.
* Demonstrated expertise in advanced FEA and CFD tools (e.g., ANSYS, FLOTHERM).
* Strong understanding of material science, heat transfer, vibrations, and precision mechanical design principles.
* Experience with design for manufacturability (DFM), design for assembly (DFA), and design for reliability (DFR).
* Proven ability to lead complex technical projects and mentor engineering teams.
* Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong analytical mindset.
* Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
* Experience with optical alignment and packaging techniques is a significant advantage.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Please contact us to request accommodation.