Top 9 optical engineer Jobs in costa mesa ca

Sales Engineer
Chroma ATE, Inc. —Irvine, CA
- $72,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Lead Optical Engineer
TRL11, Inc. —Irvine, CA
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Master's degree
- Assembly
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Optical Integration and Test Engineer
Attalon, Inc. —Tustin, CA
- $84,295 - $144,072 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Analysis skills
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Sr. Principal Optical Design Engineer
Attalon, Inc. —Tustin, CA
- $117,645 - $211,830 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
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Principal Optical Engineer
MKS Inc. —Irvine, CA
- $175,000 - $195,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- 8 years
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Principal Optical Systems Engineer
MKS Inc. —Irvine, CA
- $175,000 - $195,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- 8 years
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Senior Optical Manufacturing Engineer
MKS Inc. —Irvine, CA
- $95,000 - $140,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Analysis skills
- US work authorization
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Principal Optical Manufacturing Engineer
MKS Inc. —Irvine, CA
- $115,000 - $180,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Director of Engineering
NeurOptics —Irvine, CA
Advanced degree in engineering, computer science, biomedical engineering, optics, imaging, signal processing, or a related field.
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Sales Engineer
Chroma ATE, Inc. —Irvine, CA
Bachelor’s degree in *Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering*, or a related technical field (optics/photonics focus strongly preferred).
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Sales Engineer

Chroma ATE, Inc.
Irvine, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$72,000 - $120,000 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Professional development assistance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Customer communication
Managing projects in an engineering role
Engineering
Spectroscopy
Bachelor's degree
Field sales
Physics
Sales management systems proficiency
Managing projects
Corporate sales environment
CRM system proficiency
Electrical Engineering
Technical Proficiency
Cross-functional communication
Capital equipment sales

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Job Summary

Founded in 1984, Chroma ATE, Inc., has become a world leading supplier of Test, Measurement, Inspection and Automation Manufacturing Solutions is expanding their North America client base therefore is searching for a Sales Engineer. The ideal candidate will have excellent business acumen, experience working with global supply chain managers and in electronic manufacturing programs. Put your proficiencies to work in escorting future optical technologies to market. You will be working with the most prevalent companies in the world and support their growth development in Mobile Device Sensing, Optical Communications for AI, Autonomous Vehicles and more.

Duties

Drive new business development by managing and guiding technical and commercial activities to secure program wins
Expand and deepen account penetration by engaging all key decision-makers across engineering, program management, and procurement teams
Conduct regular customer visits to build long-term relationships through technical expertise, problem-solving, and solution-based selling
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, product management, operations) to achieve program objectives and customer success
Lead and facilitate detailed engineering-level discussions related to photonics, optics, and system integration
Plan, coordinate, and document customer meetings, including action items, risks, challenges, and progress tracking
Identify, prioritize, and manage project tasks, timelines, and technical/commercial risks
Partner with Product Specialists to develop customized photonics and optical solutions (may require occasional evening hours to support global customers)
Review Statements of Work (SOW) with legal, engineering, and internal stakeholders; negotiate scope, deliverables, and commercial terms with customer procurement teams
Align customer expectations with internal teams from initial engagement through delivery and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
Represent the company at trade shows, conferences, and technical events within the photonics and optics industry

· Travel up to 40%

Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field (optics/photonics focus strongly preferred)

· 3+ years of outside sales experience, ideally in capital equipment, photonics, optics, or related high-tech industries

· Strong foundation or hands-on experience in optics, photonics, or optical systems (e.g., lasers, imaging systems, optical testing, PICs)

· Self-motivated, results-driven professional with a strong sense of ownership and accountability

· Ability to combine technical expertise with business acumen and strategic thinking

· Proven ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels, including engineering, program management, and procurement

· Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal (Mandarin is a plus but not required)

· Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-disciplinary projects involving internal and external teams

· Strong listening skills with the ability to uncover customer needs and translate them into effective technical solutions

· Highly organized with excellent time management and prioritization skills

· Proficiency with CRM tools, reporting, and project tracking systems

· Willingness to travel up to 40%

PREFERRED

Experience with Photonics Integrated Circuits (PIC), Electronic-Photonic Integrated Circuits (EPIC), or Co-Packaged Optics (CPO)
Background in optical test and measurement systems or semiconductor/photonics manufacturing environments
Exposure to global customer engagement and support across multiple time zones
Mandarin-speaking

Pay: $72,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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