Sr Optical Engineer

Opening Full Time 40 hours Range URG 113 LLE-Laboratory for Laser Energetics Schedule 8:30 AM-5:30 PM Responsibilities POSITION SUMMARY: Seeking an experienced laser engineer to lead the design of a state-of-the-art optical parametric chirped pulse amplification (OPCPA) system for the NSF OPAL design project awarded to the University of Rochester at the Laboratory for Laser Energetics (UR/LLE). The project will design a new, world-leading, high-power laser user facility with two 25-PW lasers coupled to OMEGA EP to achieve and study extreme physical conditions. RESPONSIBILITIES: Project management coordinating a diverse support team of laser, mechanical, controls, and software engineers Develop project requirements, schedules, and budgets Communicate results through formal design reviews Develop innovative solutions to difficult design challenges Optical modeling and design of broadband laser systems QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree and 5 years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience ESSENTIAL SKILLS: Experience managing a complex technical project Excellent verbal and written communication Proficiency with the design, construction, and integration of OPCPA systems Strong interpersonal skills working in a team-based environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn additional software applications PREFERRED SKILLS: Experience with optical modeling software (Zemax OpticStudio, CODE V) Experience with opto-mechanical, electrical, controls, vacuum systems The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations. How To Apply All applicants must apply online. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled Pay Range: Pay Range: $77,216 - $115,824 Annually The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job’s compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations. J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: val-di-zoldo, IT

Posted Date: 1/15/2025