Job Title:	Sr. Engineer, Optical
Reporting to:	Director Engineering
Location:	San Jose, California
Job Site:	On-Site
Job Description Revision Date:	August 3, 2026

About us:

We know what it takes to be a key partner in life science and medical industries. Since 2002, Gener8 has guided our customers by turning their innovative concepts into reality by providing engineering design services and manufacturing complex instruments, software, and consumables. Our customers are striving for breakthroughs in research instruments and medical diagnostic and surgical devices that will help scientists and medical professionals understand patient conditions and provide better treatment. Gener8 has offices in San Jose and Carlsbad, CA, Wilmington, MA, Indianapolis, IN and Cartago, Costa Rica.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Hands on assembly and alignment of optical systems
Ability to work with an interdisciplinary team including senior optical engineers in design of instruments.
Perform hands-on tests, with data collection, analysis, and presentation of data to project teams and customers.

Required Education:

Minimum MSc with emphasis on optics.
At least 2-5 years’ experience in a relevant field.

Required Experience:

Optical design skills and knowledge of ZEMAX or similar optical simulation packages.
Hands on assembly and alignment of optical systems
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly with interdisciplinary teams, both verbally and in writing.

Gener8 values diversity in our workplace. Our company provides equal opportunity for employment to qualified applicants based on experience and the ability to do the available work, without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
We are an Everify Employer. Due to the nature of our projects, you must be a US Permanent Resident or a US Citizen for consideration.

Company Benefits:

Health, Dental and Vision insurance; 401(k); Life insurance; STD, LTD; Flexible spending account, Health savings account; Paid time off; Employee discounts, Referral program.

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Sr. Engineer, Optical