Senior Optical Engineer

About the role

Alcon is seeking a Senior Optical Engineer to join its Intraocular Lens (IOL) R&D and Advanced Optics team in Fort Worth, Texas. You will lead proprietary optical design, simulation, and metrology projects that advance vision‑restoring ophthalmic technologies.

Key responsibilities

• Drive cross‑functional innovation with Optics, Ophthalmology, Chemistry, and Mechanical Engineering teams to solve complex IOL and vision‑correction challenges.
• Lead end‑to‑end optical design and simulation using Zemax and Code V, creating optics optimized for human vision.
• Own critical IOL R&D programs from concept through execution, introducing new design methodologies, materials, or processes.
• Leverage advanced computation and data‑driven analysis (Python, MATLAB, ML libraries) to accelerate design decisions and improve performance robustness.
• Set technical standards, mentor team members, lead design reviews, and ensure compliance with ISO, FDA, and MDD regulations.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in optical engineering or related disciplines.
• Fluent English communication skills.
• Knowledge of ISO, FDA, and MDD regulations applicable to medical device development.
• Proven ability to develop creative solutions to technical problems.

Required skills

• Zemax
• Code V
• Python
• MATLAB
• NumPy, SciPy, scikit‑learn, PyTorch or TensorFlow
• Optical design and simulation
• Optical metrology