Spectaclesare Snap’s hand-free camera that take in both photo and video content that is shareable on, and off, Snapchat. With hardware and augmented reality working in tandem, Spectacles make it easy to make memories from your perspective, and relive them later.
We’re looking for an Optomechanical Engineer to join the Snap Lab team!
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What you’ll do:Design CAD sub-assemblies and interfaces to larger CAD assemblies for optical componentsPerform rigorous tolerance analyses to ensure mechanical feasibility of the designsCreate detailed, tolerance 2D drawings with FAI for optical components based on design for manufacturing considering supplier’s fabrication methods, molding processes, and metrology capabilitiesRun structural and thermal FEA simulations to evaluate performance and reliability over a variety of conditionsEvaluate and select materials capable of achieving high-quality module performance while suitable for mass productionTravel to and work with overseas suppliers to manufacture components and assist with failure analysisKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:Solid understanding of electromagnetics for motors and position sensingFamiliarity with mechanical and thermal properties of glass, plastic, metal, and electrical component materials commonly used in optical modulesKnowledge of epoxies and their material propertiesStrong understanding of GD&T and mechanical metrologyUnderstanding of the basic principles of opticsMinimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, optical engineering, mechatronics engineering, physics, or related field or equivalent years of experience7+ years of experience designing optical modules (e.g., cameras, displays, depth sensors) for high-volume consumer electronicsPreferred Qualifications:Experience with design of moving optical components such as VCMsExperience in opto-mechanical mounting, baffling, and housing with rigorous tolerance analysisExperience building and evaluating structural and thermal FEA modelsExpertise in plastic injection molding and stamped metal design, manufacturing, process, and metrologyExperience with PCB designFor Colorado Based Applicants:The minimum target salary for this position is $130,000This position is eligible for a discretionary performance awardThis position is eligible to receive ongoing equity grantsAt Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and contact us ataccommodations-ext@snap.com.Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid maternity & paternity leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!
What you’ll do:
Design CAD sub-assemblies and interfaces to larger CAD assemblies for optical components
Perform rigorous tolerance analyses to ensure mechanical feasibility of the designs
Create detailed, tolerance 2D drawings with FAI for optical components based on design for manufacturing considering supplier’s fabrication methods, molding processes, and metrology capabilities
Run structural and thermal FEA simulations to evaluate performance and reliability over a variety of conditions
Evaluate and select materials capable of achieving high-quality module performance while suitable for mass production
Travel to and work with overseas suppliers to manufacture components and assist with failure analysis
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Solid understanding of electromagnetics for motors and position sensing
Familiarity with mechanical and thermal properties of glass, plastic, metal, and electrical component materials commonly used in optical modules
Knowledge of epoxies and their material properties
Strong understanding of GD&T and mechanical metrology
Understanding of the basic principles of optics
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, optical engineering, mechatronics engineering, physics, or related field or equivalent years of experience
7+ years of experience designing optical modules (e.g., cameras, displays, depth sensors) for high-volume consumer electronics
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with design of moving optical components such as VCMs
Experience in opto-mechanical mounting, baffling, and housing with rigorous tolerance analysis
Experience building and evaluating structural and thermal FEA models
Expertise in plastic injection molding and stamped metal design, manufacturing, process, and metrology
Experience with PCB design
For Colorado Based Applicants:
At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and contact us ataccommodations-ext@snap.com.
Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid maternity & paternity leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!
