Precision Mechanical Sr. Staff Scientist

Job Description

Job Description

Principal / Sr. Staff Scientist - Precision & Opto-Mechanical Systems Location: Upstate New York (100% On-Site) | Relocation & Visa Sponsorship Available Compensation: $111,000 - $155,000 + Annual Bonus + Pension & 401(k) Match

A global leader in glass, ceramics, and materials science is seeking a Principal / Sr. Staff Scientist to lead the design, development, and integration of precision mechanical systems at the sub-micron level . This is a hands-on technical leadership role at the intersection of precision mechanics, optics, electronics, and software.

You'll work at the cutting edge of optical connectivity - the technology enabling AI and hyperscale data centers to move signals optically across complex networks. Precision here is measured in tenths of microns.

What You'll Do

• Lead the design and analysis of precision mechanical and opto-mechanical systems, assemblies, and components
• Drive alignment and assembly of micro-optics, fiber optics, and lenses at sub-micron tolerances
• Translate ambiguous business problems into core mechanical challenges, then define, execute, and analyze experiments to solve them
• Collaborate across optics, electronics, materials, and manufacturing teams for seamless system integration
• Apply GD&T and optical design principles to create, design, and fabricate optics that fit precisely
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship across projects and teams

What You'll Bring

• Ph.D. + 5 yrs, M.S. + 10 yrs, or B.S. + 15 yrs of relevant industrial experience in engineering
• Expert-level precision mechanical design, analysis, and fabrication
• Experience with opto-mechanical or mechatronic systems, fiber/lens alignment, and high-density connectivity
• Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and simulation (ANSYS, COMSOL)
• Exposure to electronics and software; comfort working through ambiguity in an R&D environment

Why This Role

• Innovation-driven organization recently awarded a landmark multi-billion-dollar contract with a leading consumer tech company
• Fully company-paid pension plus 401(k) match - combined retirement contributions of 7-12% of pay
• Strong bonus structure, relocation package, and visa sponsorship

(Note: candidates may hold "Scientist" rather than "Engineer" titles - both welcome.)

Company Description

DSJ Global is a revolutionary search firm, specializing in the bespoke delivery of executive search solutions to clients.
Working across a number of niche industries and sectors across the US, UK, and Europe.
With offices in New York, Charlotte, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, London, Zurich, Berlin, Hong Kong and Singapore, DSJ Global operates on an international scale providing bespoke search packages which are unrivaled in the widespread recruitment market. Our aim is simple, to provide executive search level services which are flexible and tailored to the individual requirement of each client, on an unrivaled cost structure. We currently specialize in the areas of Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, OPEX, Finance and Human Resources.

We believe that every client should receive the benefit and accuracy of a search approach, whilst being able to dictate how, when and where it occurs, all on a fee structure to suit. Our revolutionary approach allows us to structure each assignment according to the requirements, time scales and budget available. We believe that for too long executive search firms have been too rigid in their approach and have been able to dictate how the search is conducted, leaving the client relatively powerless on the outcome.

Our service allows our clients to have increased control, direction and interaction in the search conducted on their behalf and has resulted in successful, on going relationships as search firm of choice with an ever expanding client group.

Company Description

DSJ Global is a revolutionary search firm, specializing in the bespoke delivery of executive search solutions to clients.\r\nWorking across a number of niche industries and sectors across the US, UK, and Europe.\r\nWith offices in New York, Charlotte, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, London, Zurich, Berlin, Hong Kong and Singapore, DSJ Global operates on an international scale providing bespoke search packages which are unrivaled in the widespread recruitment market. Our aim is simple, to provide executive search level services which are flexible and tailored to the individual requirement of each client, on an unrivaled cost structure. We currently specialize in the areas of Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, OPEX, Finance and Human Resources.\r\n\r\nWe believe that every client should receive the benefit and accuracy of a search approach, whilst being able to dictate how, when and where it occurs, all on a fee structure to suit. Our revolutionary approach allows us to structure each assignment according to the requirements, time scales and budget available. We believe that for too long executive search firms have been too rigid in their approach and have been able to dictate how the search is conducted, leaving the client relatively powerless on the outcome.\r\n\r\nOur service allows our clients to have increased control, direction and interaction in the search conducted on their behalf and has resulted in successful, on going relationships as search firm of choice with an ever expanding client group.