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The company’s mission is to revolutionize the premium cataract surgery experience by allowing surgeons to partner with their patients to achieve optimized results for every unique eye.\nOVERVIEW:\nRxSight is seeking a highly motivated and innovative Optical Engineer to join the IOL Development Group. The successful candidate will contribute to the development, characterization, optimization, and validation of next-generation intraocular lens (IOL) technologies and related ophthalmic systems.\nThis position requires a strong foundation in optical engineering, ophthalmic optics, computational modeling, and experimental characterization. The Optical Engineer will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that improve visual outcomes for cataract patients. Responsibilities include optical design, wavefront analysis, optical metrology, multiphysics modeling, finite element analysis (FEA), experimental validation, and data-driven support of product development activities from concept through commercialization.\nThe ideal candidate combines hands-on laboratory experience with strong analytical and computational modeling skills and is passionate about developing technologies that advance personalized vision correction.\nRequirements\nESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nOptical Design and Analysis\nDesign, model, and evaluate intraocular lenses and ophthalmic optical systems using optical engineering principles and industry-standard software tools.\nPerform optical simulations, tolerance analyses, and sensitivity studies to optimize product performance.\nAnalyze optical quality using metrics such as wavefront error, modulation transfer function (MTF), point spread function (PSF), Strehl ratio, and visual image quality metrics.\nDevelop analytical methods to predict and evaluate clinical optical performance.\nSupport optical optimization activities for existing and next-generation ophthalmic products.\nComputational Modeling and Simulation\nDevelop, validate, and maintain computational models used to support lens design, material development, and system-level product performance.\nCreate multiphysics models that describe interactions between optical, mechanical, thermal, diffusion, and material-property phenomena.\nPerform finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate lens deformation, stress distributions, dimensional stability, and implant behavior under physiological and manufacturing conditions.\nModel interactions between lens geometry, polymer material properties, diffusion processes, mechanical deformation, and optical performance.\nCorrelate modeling results with experimental measurements and clinical observations to improve model accuracy and predictive capability.\nApply simulation tools to support product design decisions, risk reduction, and process optimization.\nOptical Metrology and Experimental Characterization\nDesign and conduct laboratory experiments to characterize optical performance of lenses, materials, and ophthalmic systems.\nDevelop and maintain optical test methods, instrumentation, and measurement protocols.\nAnalyze wavefront, interferometric, imaging, refractive, and material characterization data.\nSupport verification and validation testing activities throughout the product development lifecycle.\nInvestigate and resolve discrepancies between predicted and measured optical performance.\nProduct Development and Technical Leadership\nParticipate in all phases of product development from concept generation through commercialization.\nGenerate engineering protocols, technical reports, design specifications, and development documentation.\nSupport design reviews, risk assessments, and design control activities in accordance with medical device development processes.\nContribute to troubleshooting, root-cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives related to product performance and manufacturing processes.\nSupport regulatory submissions and technical documentation related to optical and material performance.\nData Analysis and Clinical Correlation\nAnalyze laboratory and clinical data to establish relationships between measured optical characteristics and visual outcomes.\nDevelop data analysis tools and methodologies to support engineering and clinical decision-making.\nEvaluate wavefront-derived metrics, Zernike coefficients, refractive error components, and higher-order aberrations.\nPresent technical findings and recommendations to cross-functional teams and senior management.\nCross-Functional Collaboration\nCollaborate closely with polymer scientists, chemists, R&D engineering and Quality, disciplines.\nPartner with external laboratories, consultants, and suppliers as needed.\nSupport technology development initiatives and intellectual property generation.\nREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:\nStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.\nDeep understanding of optical engineering fundamentals and imaging system performance.\nStrong understanding of numerical methods, simulation techniques, and model validation principles.\nAbility to develop predictive models and apply simulation results to guide engineering decisions.\nUnderstanding of the relationships between optical performance, material properties, and structural mechanics.\nHands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation and experimental methods.\nExcellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.\nAbility to communicate complex technical findings to multidisciplinary teams.\nSelf-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.\nSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:\nNone\nEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING:\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.\n3+ years of experience in optical engineering, computational modeling, medical device development, or related engineering fields.\nStrong understanding of geometrical optics, physical optics, and optical system performance evaluation.\nExperience with optical design and simulation software such as Zemax OpticStudio, Code V, or equivalent.\nExperience developing numerical models and performing engineering simulations.\nFamiliarity with finite element analysis (FEA) software such as COMSOL Multiphysics, ANSYS, Abaqus, SolidWorks Simulation, or equivalent.\nExperience analyzing experimental and simulation data using MATLAB, Python, Mathcad, JMP, or similar analytical software.\nStrong technical writing, documentation, and communication skills.\nAbility to work effectively in a multidisciplinary product development environment.\nPreferred Qualifications\nM.S. or Ph.D. in Optical Engineering, Physics, Vision Science, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.\nExperience in ophthalmic optics, intraocular lenses, contact lenses, refractive surgery, or vision science.\nExperience with wavefront sensing, aberrometry, Zernike analysis, and visual image quality assessment.\nExperience with optical metrology techniques including interferometry, Shack-Hartmann measurements, MTF testing, and imaging system characterization.\nExperience developing multiphysics models involving coupled optical, mechanical, thermal, chemical, or diffusion-related phenomena.\nExperience modeling polymeric materials, biomedical implants, or ophthalmic devices.\nKnowledge of viscoelastic, swelling, diffusion, thermo-mechanical, or material aging models.\nExperience validating computational models through laboratory testing and experimental characterization.\nFamiliarity with FDA design controls, design verification and validation, and medical device quality systems.\nExperience with statistical analysis, design of experiments (DOE), and uncertainty analysis.\nTraining to be completed per the training plan for this position as maintained in the document control system\nThe training requirements on TRN-10007 Insider Trading Policy, TRN-10008 Global Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy and TRN-10009 Code of Business Conducts and Ethics must be diligently completed within 30 days from the hiring date and on an annual basis\nCERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:\nN/A\nCOMPUTER SKILLS:\nWord Processing\nSpreadsheet Software\nData analysis tools such as Matlab, MathCAD, or Mathematica\nOptical design tools such as Zemax, Code V, or Oslo\nMulti-Physics design software such as COMSOL\n Notice to Staffing Agencies and Search Firms\nRxSight does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from staffing agencies or search firms for any employment opportunities. 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