Optical Field Engineer

OptoFidelity is seeking a motivated, bench-first, hands‑on Field Optical Engineer to join our internal team supporting AR/VR/MR component- and system‑level testers. This role is ideal for early‑career professionals—recent Master’s or Ph.D. graduates—or candidates with 2–4 years of relevant experience. You’ll gain broad exposure to cutting‑edge optical systems, work in a start‑up environment with high agency and autonomy , and travel to client sites to maintain, optimize, and provide feedback on our AR/VR/MR test systems. The ideal candidate, will either have career goals to continue to do more advanced Optical Engineering/design work or Sales Engineering work.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of AR/VR/MR optical testers at client locations
• Provide guidance to clients on best practices and usage of OptoFidelity test systems
• Collect, analyze, and document test data; communicate findings to internal and client teams
• Collaborate with internal design and engineering teams in Finland to improve systems based on field insights
• Support development of automated optical measurement systems and component‑level testers
• Participate in an initial training program in Finland with senior optical engineers
• Engage in hands‑on optical alignment and lab work , contributing to prototype‑to‑production testing and system validation
• Design optical lenses and components using tools such as Zemax, Code V, or LightTools

Must‑Have Qualifications

• BS, MS, or Ph.D. in Optical Engineering, Optics, Materials Science, or a closely related field
• Hands‑on experience in optics or optical characterization through internships, personal projects, or professional experience
• Comfortable aligning optics in the lab and working with complex optical hardware — not just simulations
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Willingness to travel 25–50% of the time to US client locations
• Experience with optical lens design using Zemax, Code V, or LightTools

Nice‑to‑Have Qualifications

• Experience with SolidWorks or other optical design/simulation tools
• Familiarity with Linux
• Knowledge of AR/VR industry, waveguides, or color science
• Background in image quality evaluation or metrology instruments
• Exposure to prototype‑to‑production transitions, system bring‑up, or hardware validation
• 401(k) with company match or Roth options
• Medical, dental, vision, and optional life coverage
• Team events and professional development opportunities

Why Join OptoFidelity?

At OptoFidelity, you’ll work in a small, fast‑growing, bench‑first , start‑up style environment where agency and autonomy are encouraged . You’ll gain exposure to cutting‑edge AR/VR/MR systems, collaborate with global experts, and contribute directly to innovation in optical testing and design. We value creativity, hands‑on problem solving, and continuous learning in a collaborative, supportive culture.

Job Type: Full‑time

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

First application date: 7 January 2026

Employment type: Full Time

OptoFidelity

OptoFidelity was born under the northern lights in the Finnish high technology community on 2005 in Tampere. We develop best performing automation products and measurement technologies for our customers, enabling their innovations for smarter future. As a technology chameleon we do coding and robots, and beyond, like high level measurement technologies, machine vision and imaging. That’s what makes us unique. We are world‑class professionals who value new innovations and are passionate about what we do. We have +250 international experts and in addition to our head office at Tampere, we have offices also in Espoo, Oulu, USA and China.

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