**Work Schedule** Standard (Mon-Fri) **Environmental Conditions** Office **Job Description** As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges, like protecting the workplace, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer. **Position Summary** We are seeking an **Engineer III - Opto-Mechanical** to join a growing R&D; team in Hyderabad supporting sustaining engineering, VAVE, and lifecycle management for the **KingFisher sample preparation systems** and **Detection instruments** . In this role, you will be a **key individual contributor** , owning opto-mechanical subsystems and supporting the design, integration, and performance of optical and mechanical components within instrument platforms. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues, improve system performance, and contribute to cost optimization and lifecycle management efforts. **Key Responsibilities** **Opto-Mechanical Design & Development** + Design, develop, and support **opto-mechanical assemblies** , including optical mounts, alignment features, housings, and precision mechanical components. + Own **subsystems or modules** , including CAD modeling, detailing, and documentation. + Support **optical alignment, tolerance analysis, and performance optimization** of integrated systems.



+ Collaborate on **selection and integration of optical components** (e.g., lenses, filters, detectors, light sources). **Sustaining Engineering & Lifecycle Support** + Execute sustaining activities including **design updates, ECO implementation, and component obsolescence management** . + Perform **root cause analysis** of optical and mechanical performance issues and implement corrective actions. + Support **testing, validation, and calibration** of opto-mechanical systems. **Value Analysis / Value Engineering (VAVE)** + Identify and implement **cost reduction opportunities** within opto-mechanical designs and components. + Evaluate **alternative materials, components, and suppliers** in collaboration with senior engineers. + Support **design for manufacturability and scalability** of opto-mechanical assemblies. **System Integration & Technical Contribution** + Collaborate with systems, electrical, firmware, and assay teams to support **system integration and troubleshooting** . + Contribute to **system requirements, interface definitions, and verification activities** . + Participate in **design reviews and technical discussions** , providing data-driven input. **Global & Cross-Functional Collaboration** + Work with **global R&D; teams (Finland, US, Singapore)** to support knowledge transfer and ongoing product support. + Partner with **manufacturing, quality,



service, and sourcing** to resolve issues and improve product performance. + Collaborate with **Business Unit Product Management** to support execution aligned with product priorities. **Minimum Qualifications** + Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or related field. + 5+ years of experience in **opto-mechanical or precision mechanical engineering** . + Experience with **CAD tools and mechanical design principles** . + Familiarity with **optical systems, alignment techniques, and tolerance analysis** . + Strong skills in **troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and hands-on problem solving** . **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience with **life sciences or analytical instrumentation** (e.g., optical detection systems, qPCR). + Experience with **optical components and systems** (lenses, filters, detectors, illumination). + Experience with **DFM/DFA, cost optimization, and VAVE initiatives** . + Familiarity with **optical simulation or analysis tools** . + Exposure to **regulated product development environments** . **Impact** + Owns and delivers **opto-mechanical subsystem solutions** . + Drives execution of **design updates, issue resolution, and validation activities** . + Contributes to **optical performance, system reliability, and cost improvements** . + Supports the development of **R&D; capability in Hyderabad** . Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

📌 Engineer III Optics/Opto Mechanical (Hyderabad)
🏢 ThermoFisher Scientific
📍 Hyderabad