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Job Title Optomechanical Engineer
Job Description This role focuses on designing and integrating ruggedized camera systems for autonomous surface vessels. The engineer will collaborate closely with software and perception teams to define requirements and optimize camera solutions.
Responsibilities
Design and integrate camera systems for autonomous vessels.
Collaborate with software and perception teams to define and refine requirements.
Perform engineering simulations and CAD work.
Support the full product lifecycle including testing and manufacturing.
Essential Skills
5–10 years of experience in camera, optomechanical, and infrared technologies.
Expertise in ruggedized camera system design, preferably military‑grade.
Proficiency in engineering simulations such as modal and stress analysis.
Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
Ability to create CAD models and drawings.
Strong mechanical and electrical intuition.
Bachelor's degree in engineering in any discipline.
Ability to write and interpret requirements in ambiguous environments.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with PTZ (Pan‑Tilt‑Zoom) camera systems.
Experience in optics lab setup and testing.
Rapid prototyping experience.
Familiarity with off‑the‑shelf camera systems.
Work Environment The position is on-site, full‑time in Austin, TX, with relocation support available. The work environment includes a small, agile team with high collaboration across software, mechanical, and electrical teams. The company features a vertically integrated prototyping and machine shop and maintains a fast‑paced, high‑impact culture with strong expectations for ownership and initiative.
Job Type & Location Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, Texas.
Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $70.00 – $100.00 per hour.
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long‑term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type Fully onsite position in Austin, TX.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering, science services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
For a reasonable accommodation, please email
actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com .
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Job Title Optomechanical Engineer
Job Description This role focuses on designing and integrating ruggedized camera systems for autonomous surface vessels. The engineer will collaborate closely with software and perception teams to define requirements and optimize camera solutions.
Responsibilities
Design and integrate camera systems for autonomous vessels.
Collaborate with software and perception teams to define and refine requirements.
Perform engineering simulations and CAD work.
Support the full product lifecycle including testing and manufacturing.
Essential Skills
5–10 years of experience in camera, optomechanical, and infrared technologies.
Expertise in ruggedized camera system design, preferably military‑grade.
Proficiency in engineering simulations such as modal and stress analysis.
Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
Ability to create CAD models and drawings.
Strong mechanical and electrical intuition.
Bachelor's degree in engineering in any discipline.
Ability to write and interpret requirements in ambiguous environments.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with PTZ (Pan‑Tilt‑Zoom) camera systems.
Experience in optics lab setup and testing.
Rapid prototyping experience.
Familiarity with off‑the‑shelf camera systems.
Work Environment The position is on-site, full‑time in Austin, TX, with relocation support available. The work environment includes a small, agile team with high collaboration across software, mechanical, and electrical teams. The company features a vertically integrated prototyping and machine shop and maintains a fast‑paced, high‑impact culture with strong expectations for ownership and initiative.
Job Type & Location Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, Texas.
Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $70.00 – $100.00 per hour.
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long‑term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type Fully onsite position in Austin, TX.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering, science services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
For a reasonable accommodation, please email
actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com .
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