OAMT Application Engineer

As an Optical Additive Manufacturing Technology (OAMT) Application Engineer at Meta, you will play a pivotal role in bringing cutting-edge Augmented Reality (AR) technology to our customers. You will design and develop innovative optical components for innovative consumer AR hardware using our groundbreaking optical additive manufacturing technology.You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to explore and refine major elements of our AR products through hands-on, iterative prototyping. Additionally, you will create component designs and printing strategies that meet product requirements. Ensuring the optimal functioning of our optical additive manufacturing platform, including installation, upgrades, maintenance, diagnostic and troubleshooting, and optimization of machine performance, will also be part of your responsibilities.We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual with a mechanical background and proven experience in prototyping. The ideal candidate should have experience in 3D CAD design and prototyping, experience in designing and manufacturing consumer technology products, and demonstrated experience of resourcefulness and adaptability in problem-solving.

OAMT Application Engineer Responsibilities:

• Design optical components for 3D printing on the VisionEngine printing platform.
• Define print strategies including Printing molds, Print recipes and Post processing in order to meet product requirements.
• Conduct DOE's to optimise the design and printing process.
• Review product design and product requirements with XFNs at the eyepiece level.
• Secure the functioning of the VisionEngine printing platform in our workshop.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2+ years of experience in the mechanical engineering of consumer electronics.
• 2+ years of experience in 3D modeling in Fusion, Solidworks, ProE or NX.
• Demonstrated experience in mechanical fundamentals.
• Manufacturing experience with 3D printing.
• Experience managing vendors remotely and in-person.
• Experience building part and assembly prototypes in the shop.
• Experience designing mechanisms.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiar with product development process of optical components. Experienced with 3D printing equipment and process. Knowledge of optical metrology.

About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [email protected].

$111,000/year to $164,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.