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Summary:

At Meta, we’re building the future of human connection through groundbreaking technology. Our mission is to invent and develop the next generation of experiences that will redefine how people interact, communicate, and explore the world.As an Opto-Mechanical Engineer in our research organization, you will play a pivotal role in advancing AR/MR display technologies. You will contribute to the creation of innovative system concepts and drive the design and execution of novel hardware solutions. In this role, you’ll collaborate with experienced engineers, scientists, and leaders—helping to define the cutting edge of AR/MR.We’re seeking candidates with a proven track record in designing and developing opto-mechanical systems, expertise in CAD modeling, and hands-on experience with optics bench setups. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and build advanced optical systems for next-generation AR/MR applications.

Required Skills:

Opto-Mechanical Engineer, Reality Labs Research, Hardware Engineering Responsibilities:

1. Drive research and development of opto-mechanical architectures for next-generation novel AR/MR hardware systems

2. Develop and validate innovative subsystem designs, including integration of mechanical, optical, display, and other hardware modules

3. Architect and integrate opto-mechanical subsystems into complex AR/MR platforms, ensuring robust performance and reliability

4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., optics, electronics, software, human factors) to achieve seamless system integration

5. Design precision opto-mechanical components using CAD and simulation tools (e.g., SolidWorks, NX, ANSYS, COMSOL)

6. Rapidly prototype and iterate on opto-mechanical assemblies and subsystems for proof-of-concept and feasibility studies

7. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering and research team members

8. Establish and promote best practices for opto-mechanical design, analysis, and documentation

9. Plan and execute experiments to validate opto-mechanical and system-level performance of optical systems

10. Develop custom test setups and measurement protocols for optical and integrated hardware systems

11. Present research findings and technical recommendations to internal stakeholders

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

12. BS in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent industry experience

13. 6+ years of experience in Opto-mechanical engineering or a related discipline

14. Experience in optical systems, prototype development or similar

15. Expertise with CAD tools such as SOLIDWORKS, Siemens NX, or similar industry-standard platforms

16. Understanding of mechanical tolerancing, simulation, and analysis

17. Proven technical communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

18. Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in the field of Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or related degree

19. Experience with ZEMAX, CODE V, FRED etc

20. Experience with design/assembly of small form-factor imaging systems

21. Experience designing optical-mechanical systems incorporating diffractive optical elements

22. Experience with polarization optics, films and coatings

23. Familiarity with industry standards and regulations, such as ISO 10110 and ASME Y14.5

Public Compensation:

$139,000/year to $200,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

**Industry:** Internet

Equal Opportunity:

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [email protected].