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Principal Optical Engineer at Koch

Compensation

$160,000 – $200,000/yr

Location
Bridgewater Township, New Jersey
Type
Full-time
Level
lead/mgmt

Description

Molex is hiring a Principal Optical Engineer in Bridgewater, New Jersey, to lead the innovation, detailed design, and prototyping of next-generation wavelength selective switch and dynamic gain equalization modules. The role owns optical system architecture, performs advanced Zemax modeling and simulation, develops optical specifications and trade-offs, collaborates with opto-mechanical engineers, and leads prototyping, validation, design reviews, and intellectual property activities. The position requires a PhD in Engineering, Physics, Photonics, or a related technical field, at least 10 years of optical product development experience, and strong expertise in optics, fiber coupling, and optical simulation. The stated annual salary is $160,000 to $200,000, with variable bonus eligibility.

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