Camera Opto-Mechanical Engineer (Long-Term Contract)

Long-Term Contract Opportunity with Basic Solutions (Supporting a Fortune 100 Client)

The Camera Opto-Mechanical Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and integrating

high-performance compact camera modules for cutting-edge Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality devices (AR/VR) in a R&D environment. This role requires experience in camera design, manufacturing workflows in a high volume environment, hands-on prototyping, and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

● Design camera module structures and packaging in CAD, including injection molded,

RFPC, PCB, and other component parts.

● Establish requirements for camera systems in collaboration with architects and

system engineers.

● Collaborate with the Product Design team to negotiate the camera module MCO and

system interface requirements.

● Interface directly with vendors and suppliers, ensuring manufacturability and quality.

● Conduct rigorous tolerance analysis of camera module design and component parts.

● Document engineering requirements and create detailed 2D manufacturing and

inspection drawings.

● Collaborate with reliability and supply chain teams to ensure durability and ramp-up

for mass production.

● Communicate technical information and complex concepts clearly across teams and

stakeholders.

● Travel domestically and internationally as needed for business and supplier

engagement.

Required Skills Experience

● BS or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Optics, Physics, or related field.

● 3-5+ years of proven experience designing miniature opto-mechanical modules or

components for consumer electronics, such as AR/VR, mobile devices, or cameras.

● Demonstrated expertise in mechanical design, encompassing proficiency in tolerance

analysis. Proven experience to utilize 3D CAD modeling and drafting software

packages.

● Understanding of structural and thermal FEA, as well as material and adhesives

properties.

● Familiar with Active Alignment (AA) process for camera module assembly.

● Experience with vendor interfacing and production methods.

● Demonstrated design experience for mass production, including plastic injection

molding and RFPC/PCB.

● Demonstrated experience to collaborate across disciplines and manage projects from

initial design to high-volume manufacturing.

Preferred Qualifications

● Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering or related field (or

equivalent industry experience)

● 3+ years of Experience with consumer electronics camera and depth module design

at leading tech companies.

● Experience with NX software.

● Basic structural and thermal Finite Element Analysis (FEA).

● Familiarity with optical simulation and ray tracing software (e.g., Zemax, Code V,

LightTools) is a definite plus.