Optical Equipment Development Engineer (Excluding Design)
こうがくききかいはつぎじゅつしゃ（せっけいをのぞく）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Mechanical Development Engineers
Summary
A technical position responsible for prototyping, evaluation, performance analysis, and other practical tasks in the development process of optical equipment.
Description
Optical Equipment Development Engineers (excluding design) build prototype models and evaluation devices based on designed optical systems, and perform measurements and analysis of optical performance. They use measurement instruments such as laser interferometers and spectrometers to acquire and analyze data, identify issues, and propose improvements for performance enhancement. They collaborate with manufacturing, design departments, and external vendors to handle a wide range of responsibilities, including device optimization and quality control. Knowledge of material properties and optical elements, as well as skills in operating experimental equipment and data analysis, are required.
Future Outlook
Demand is increasing due to the expansion of application fields for optical technology such as AR/VR, autonomous driving, and sensing technology, and the value of personnel with advanced measurement and analysis skills is rising.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Curious and Inquisitive / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Cross-Departmental Projects / Customer Negotiations / Flex Time / Laboratory Work / Remote
Career Path
Junior Engineer → Senior Engineer → Optical Technology Leader → R&D Manager
Required Skills
Data Analysis / Instrument Operation (Interferometer/Spectrometer) / Optical Simulation / Prototype Assembly and Adjustment
Recommended Skills
CAD Operation / English Paper Reading / Programming Basics / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Precision is required to not miss minute changes in optical properties. |
| Problem Solving | To identify causes of discrepancies in experimental results and implement improvements. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly indoor work, with relatively low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Master's Degree (Engineering)
- Professional Engineer (Mechanical Department)
Aliases
- Optical Development Engineer
- Optical Engineer
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- Optical Design Engineer
- Optical Equipment Manufacturing Engineer
- Optical Evaluation Engineer