Top 562 Lead Engineer Photonics Jobs

Senior Thermal Engineer
NVIDIA —Santa Clara, CA
- $168,000 - $310,500 a year
- Full-time
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Senior level
- 4 years
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Silicon Photonics PIC Design Engineer
Broadcom —San Jose, CA
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- Full-time
- 3 years
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
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Advantest —San Jose, CA
- Bachelor of Science
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SensorMetrix —San Diego, CA
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Quantinuum —Broomfield, CO
- $164,000 - $205,000 a year
- Full-time
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- Pass drug screening
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Paid parental leave
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Lead Silicon Photonics Design Engineer
Coherent Corp. —Horsham, PA
- $100,625 - $172,250 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- CAD
- Writing skills
- Doctor of Philosophy
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Sr. Staff Thermo-Mechanical Engineer
Marvell —Santa Clara, CA
- $118,010 - $176,800 a year
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- 3 years
- Master's degree
- Employee stock purchase plan
Lead Photonics System Engineer
Jabil Circuit —Austin, TX
- $105,100 - $189,200 a year
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Up to 50% travel
- Continuous improvement
- Paid parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
Optical Design Engineer
Broadcom —Charlotte, NC
- $88,300 - $141,300 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- 8 years
- Analysis skills
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
Cleanroom Engineer
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. —Sugar Land, TX
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- In-person
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
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Contamination Control Engineer
IPG Photonics —Oxford, MA
- $112,436 - $148,978 a year
- Analysis skills
- Mentoring
- Senior level
- Health savings account
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Lead Opto‑Electronics Engineer
Particle Measuring Systems —Niwot, CO
- $140,000 - $175,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 11+ years
- Analysis skills
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Lead Laser Component Reliability Engineer
IPG Photonics —Oxford, MA
- $112,000 - $150,000 a year
- 3 years
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Mechanical Engineer - Level 1
Wasatch Photonics —Morrisville, NC
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Project Manager
Wasatch Photonics —Morrisville, NC
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Principal/Lead Systems Engineer
StataDX —Boston, MA
- $8,000 - $12,000 a month
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Office
- University
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
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Lead Optical Product Engineer
Coherent Corp. —Fremont, CA
- $100,625 - $172,250 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
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- 3 years
Senior Photonics Engineer
General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc —Florham Park, NJ
- $175,332 - $184,920 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
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- 3 years
- Master's degree
Principal Electrical Design Engineer
Coherent Corp. —Fremont, CA
- $114,375 - $195,875 a year
- Overtime
- 7 years
- Office
- Master's degree
Senior Pointing, Acquisition, & Tracking Controls Engineer
Impulse Space —Redondo Beach, CA
- $150,000 - $180,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- System design
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Thermal Engineer

NVIDIA -
Santa Clara, CA

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Full-time
$168,000 - $310,500 a year
13 days ago

Qualifications

Thermal analysis
Fluid dynamics
Computational fluid dynamics (CFD)
Automation
Reliability analysis
Computational modeling
Simulation tools
Stress analysis
Design for reliability (DFR)
Data analysis software

Full Job Description

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.

NVIDIA is looking for a Thermal Engineer to lead thermal invent and evaluation for next-generation photonic built circuits and built optical modules (CPO) platforms. In this position, you will address sophisticated electro-thermal and multi-physics problems at the chip, package, and system scales, supporting high-density, high-performance optical-electrical integration. You will collaborate with teams in photonics, electrical IC, packaging, and reliability. You will build and deliver robust thermal solutions that support NVIDIA’s future AI and advanced computational infrastructure.

What you'll be doing:

Engineer, construct, and optimize thermal solutions for silicon photonics and co-packaged optics systems, involving closely aligned optical engines and ASICs
Develop and examine comprehensive thermal models using Cadence Celsius Thermal Solver, investigating temperature-dependent characteristics of photonic devices (e.g., modulators, waveguides, wavelength stability)
Drive thermal co-design and optimization of co-packaged architectures, including heat sinks, cold plates, and thermal interface materials (TIMs)
Model and simulate heat transfer and airflow using advanced CFD tools (air and liquid cooling) to enable scalable, high-efficiency cooling solutions
Lead simulation-to-silicon correlation, contributing to experimental validation, thermal characterization, and root-cause analysis
Define and influence thermal build methodologies and guidelines for next-generation optical interconnect and high-performance computing systems

What we need to see:

PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience) with 4+ years of proven experience in thermal or mechanical engineering
Deep expertise in:
- Cadence Celsius Thermal Solver
- CFD tools such as Ansys Fluent, Icepak, or equivalent
- Coupled electro-thermal simulation and analysis
- Thermo-mechanical stress (ANSYS) and reliability analysis
Strong fundamentals in heat transfer, thermodynamics, and proven mechanics.
Proficiency in Python or MATLAB for modeling, automation, and data analysis.
Proven track record to collaborate efficiently in fast-paced, multi-functional engineering teams.
Experience with silicon photonics, optical interconnects, or datacenter hardware would be considered a plus.

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 168,000 USD - 264,500 USD for Level 4, and 196,000 USD - 310,500 USD for Level 5.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until July 12, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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