Director, Opto-Mechanical Engineering

A new paradigm of computing

Magic Leap is a pioneer in spatial computing, developing groundbreaking augmented reality technology that seamlessly blends digital content with the real world. As the creator of the next computing platform, our mixed reality devices unlock new possibilities for how people interact with and experience their surroundings. 

Magic Leap could be your place if you want to be part of a united team where everyone is empowered and trusted to make an impact. At Magic Leap, you can explore innovative solutions and use your talents to solve real-world problems. Working alongside industry experts, you can grow your skills and amplify human potential at the intersection of the physical and digital worlds. We know that successful change and progress accelerate diverse perspectives. As we shape our future, everyone's voice matters. Together, we can reimagine the world of work and, with our bold partners, make the impossible possible.

The opportunity 

The Product Development and Engineering roles are core of Magic Leap’s revolutionary AR capabilities.  These highly collaborative teams are responsible for our organization's engineering and technical operations, performing cutting-edge development that is 'defined as we build' to create new AR products, features, and marketplaces. Activities include undertaking research, design, development, and implementation activities to improve Magic Leap’s AR products and services;  designing, constructing, testing, and operating equipment; ensuring that standards of quality, cost, safety, reliability, timeliness, and performance are met in production processes.

As a Director, Opto-Mechanical Engineering within our Optical Engineering group, you will be responsible for leading a team of 6-8 opto-mechanical engineers to contribute to our product development by delivering designs, analysis, building and testing state of the art optical assemblies. The ideal candidate is a strong collaborator; able to reach across organizations to clarify expectations, achieve 'buy-in' where appropriate, and verify system performance through to the final customer. As an ideal candidate, you have a strong technical background and are excited to provide coaching and mentoring.

This position requires onsite presence in our Boulder office at least 3 days per week.

What you’ll do 

• Lead a team of opto-mechanical engineers with the ability to still be hands-on and versatile
• Implement processes that ensure a high standard of quality for opto-mechanical design development 
• Exhibit compassionate leadership, communicate clear performance expectations, and coach your team towards independence
• Independently pursue new skills/knowledge as needed to complete projects
• Drive collaboration between organizations to bridge communication gaps, clarify internal/external customer requirements, identify risks, sync
• Participates in activities related to design, fabrication, operation, application, testing, and production design reviews.
• Collects requirements and coordinates development activities to ensure components and systems conform to engineering and customer specifications
• Contributes to technical design reviews with the Program Manager representing the concerns of their functional specialty on the product development team.
• Advocate and enforce best practices in design, development and testing.

The experience you bring

• 10+ of professional experience in opto-mechanics design is preferred 
• 6+ years of experience with complex optical systems, preferably AR systems
• MS degree in Mechanical Engineering or Optical Engineering, MS or equivalent relevant experience in an applicable field. 
• Strong leadership skills with a demonstrated record of leading a team of engineers to success
• Exceptional presentation, organization, and logistical skills
• Experience driving teams with an agile mindset is a plus
• Knowledge of CREO or Solidworks
• Must be confident in a highly dynamic and creative environment 

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to Equal Employment Opportunities guidelines

Accommodations

If you need an accommodation during the application, interviewing, or hiring process, you may request an accommodation by emailing 

ApplicantAccommodation@magicleap.com. Magic Leap will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

Please note that we do not accept any application documents via (e-)mail. Furthermore, we do not accept applications from recruitment agencies for this role.

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