Manager, Optical Instrumentation Design Engineering

Job title: Manager, Optical Instrumentation Design Engineering

About the Role Lead the development of next-generation optical instrumentation at Teradyne’s Innovation Lab. Manage a team of optical engineers and own strategy, architecture, and execution from concept through deployment, delivering high-performance solutions for semiconductor test and emerging technologies.

What You'll Do

• Lead and develop a team of optical engineers responsible for the design, development, and validation of native optical instrumentation platforms and technologies.
• Drive the technical vision, architecture, and roadmap for optical instrumentation systems aligned with business objectives.
• Partner with project managers and cross-functional teams to deliver programs on schedule, within budget, and to performance targets.
• Guide the team in solving complex optical design challenges and developing innovative instrumentation solutions.
• Establish design verification, validation, and quality processes that ensure reliable and manufacturable products.
• Collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to define requirements and influence product direction.
• Manage engineering resources, priorities, and project execution to maximize team effectiveness and business impact.
• Mentor and develop engineers through coaching, performance management, and technical leadership.
• Drive research and technology exploration efforts to identify and adopt emerging optical technologies.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on program status, risks, and strategic opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, quality requirements, and engineering processes.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships supporting critical optical components and subsystems.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline; Master’s degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience developing fiber-optic and optical instrumentation systems, including at least 3 years in an engineering management or technical leadership role.
• Experience leading teams developing optical instrumentation products from concept through production.
• Strong project leadership experience within complex, cross-functional development environments.
• Deep understanding of optical system architecture, instrumentation design, testing, and validation.
• Proven ability to lead engineers, influence technical direction, and build high-performing teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a track record of delivering innovative technical solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including customer-facing experience.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and programs simultaneously.
• Proficiency with optical design and simulation tools such as Lumerical, Zemax, Code V, or equivalent.

Nice to Have

• Developing optical instrumentation for semiconductor test, photonics, sensing, or metrology applications.
• Experience defining technical roadmaps and long-term instrumentation platform strategies.
• Experience transitioning advanced optical technologies from R&D into commercial products.

Compensation & Benefits

• The base salary range for this role is $151,800 - $242,800 per year, and this range is a good faith estimate that may vary by experience and location.
• Incentive Plan: This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance.
• Benefits: Comprehensive health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more.