Optical / Laser Engineer
Design technologies specializing in light information or light energy, such as laser or fiber optics technology.
At a Glance
Optical / Laser Engineer. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 6–6.6 years. Top skills: Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering.
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Bachelor's degree
6–6.6 years
5
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Photonics Engineers
Median Wage
$117,750/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+2.1%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (23)
Optics
Electrical Engineering
Optical Engineering
Thermal Management
Optometry
Polarization
Soldering
Simulations
Systems Engineering
Metrology
Mechanical Engineering
Lasers
Process Development
Vibrations
Requirements Analysis
Functional Analysis
Angular (Web Framework)
Fiber Optics
Test Equipment
Performance Analysis
Sensors
Common Skills (7)
Research
Communication
Strong Work Ethic
Energetic
Coordinating
Analytical Skills
Related Specializations
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