Optical Process Engineer

The MetaVerse Optical Engineering team conceives, designs and builds the optical interfaces to the MetaVerse. We bring state-of-art display and optical technologies into Meta's AR/VR products. We drive technology selection, development and maturation. We design the optical components and associated processes and metrology. We then integrate these technologies into Meta's AR/VR products.The Optical Process Engineer identifies, develops and qualifies new processes and equipment that unlock breakthrough product features and designs. You will work with lens, display, research, systems, and architecture to prototype, qualify and ramp novel optical fabrication and assembly technologies. You will focus on technologies that drive a paradigm shift in how we manufacture optics.

Optical Process Engineer Responsibilities:

• Identify, develop and qualify new optical processes and equipment.
• Explore and develop new, cutting-edge fabrication processes.
• Build and use infrastructure to rapidly evaluate new optical technologies.
• Use designed experiments and analysis to advance our process/equipment space.
• Use failure analysis/causal analysis methods and implementing related mitigations to resolve roadblocks.
• Use empirical and analytical methods to drive product improvement.
• Build, test and share technology demonstrators.
• Work with the display, metrology, optics and systems teams to understand requirements and tradeoffs.
• Expand lab process and metrology capabilities.
• Engage external vendors to develop materials, processes and equipment.
• Domestic and or International travel 25%.

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS, MS or ME in Physics, Optics, Materials, Mechanical or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of experience in optical component mechanical/process engineering.
• Experience with new process development, design of experiments and process qualification methodologies.
• Knowledge of statistical tolerance analysis techniques, functional dimensioning, geometric tolerancing.
• Knowledge of common optical metrology instruments and measurement methods such as interferometry, CMM & OMM.
• Experience working across teams including internal cross-functional engagements and external domestic/international vendor engagements.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, hands-on, results driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in Physics, Optics, Materials, Mechanical or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of experience in optical component mechanical/process engineering.
• Knowledge of assembly and alignment of multiple optical elements in a sub-system, including linear and angular adjustment.
• Experience in 3D modeling/2D drafting in NX, ProE or solidwork.
• Experience in lab-scale rapid prototyping and assembly processes (CNC, 3D printing, injection molding, lamination and other polymer processing methods).
• Expertise with material selection, adhesive properties and polymer science.
• Experience in evaluating and developing new technology capability at external vendors.
• Experience in designing and prototyping precision optical systems.

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].

$139,000/year to $200,000/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.