Engineer I - IOL Development

Description

RxSight® is an ophthalmic medical technology corporation headquartered in Aliso Viejo, California that has commercialized the world’s first and only adjustable intraocular lens (IOL) that is customized after cataract surgery. The company’s mission is to revolutionize the premium cataract surgery experience by allowing surgeons to partner with their patients to achieve optimized results for every unique eye.

OVERVIEW:

Engineer I, IOL Development plays a vital role in supporting the development of next-generation processes and products. This is an on-site role that requires working directly with the product and utilizing a wide range of metrology equipment.

Working closely with a team of engineers, you will conduct experiments, run pilot builds, and be relied on to provide critical feedback with minimal supervision. You will be comfortable generating, analyzing, and presenting data (including managing datasets for parallel projects).

You will co-develop experiments to challenge the production of critical steps of our technology, including but not limited to the LAL. This role demands technical expertise, professionalism, and the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments including but not limited to Engineering, Manufacturing and Chemistry.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for improving the performance and quality of RxSight products and for supporting the engineering and implementation of advanced technologies, focused primarily on the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) system and related accessories 
• Support development of Next Generation manufacturing processes including mechanical and electromechanical systems 
• Design, execute, and troubleshoot complex experiments with minimal supervision, ensuring thorough data collection and detailed documentation.
• Work closely with engineering to execute design experiments (DOEs) for troubleshooting or development. Ensure data is organized, presentable and traceable.
• Partners with R&D technicians to ensure detailed experiments are executed according to plan, taking ownership of experimental flow and data collection
• Provide live updates on project progress, communicating any delays, challenges, or mistakes transparently to prevent disruptions.
• Comfortable using a wide range of equipment including but not limited to optical metrology (OCT, SmartScope, Comparator, Confocal Microscope)
• Design and implement (including driving release through QMS system when necessary) fixtures to support LAL sample built, inspections, and manufacturing processes
• Perform independent engineering studies to support feasibility of next-generation products and processes
• Write engineering reports, work instructions, and drive release through QMS system when necessary
• Review and understand mechanical and assembly drawings – comfortable providing feedback
• Continuously challenge the process and actively seek improvements

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Technical Curiosity: Understands the impact and logic behind new projects or processes and takes pride in the criticality of the work
• Accountability and Transparency: Demonstrates responsibility and openness in communicating progress and challenges to the team and supervisors. Ensures integrity of data and study metrics that the group is responsible for.  
• Consistency and reliability: Systematic focus on tasks and delivers data and/or results within the allotted timeframe
• Collaborative Spirit: Ability to work effectively with management and cross-functional teams to achieve project goals - willingness to help others, including management and peers.  
• Product Development Expertise: Knowledge of prototyping, manufacturing, and testing processes including Design of Experiments (DOE) familiarization. 
• Validation and Regulatory Compliance: Expertise in IQ, OQ, PQ processes and awareness of relevant industry regulations.
• Data Analysis: Ability to analyze complex data sets and provide clear insights for decision-making.
• Problem-Solving: Strong troubleshooting skills for technical challenges and equipment-related issues.
• Strong Organizational skills: Ability to balance and prioritize multiple studies, and manufacturing builds.
• Adaptability: Ability to manage shifting priorities and operate efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to Detail: Ensure precision in documentation, experimentation, and process execution.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and TRAINING:

• Basic understanding of DFM and manufacturing principles (part machining a plus)
• Understanding of GMP and GDP
• Understanding of Design Control process
• Minimum of 1 year in a manufacturing environment (medical device preferred)
• Experience with ERP systems (knowledge of QAD a plus)
• Strong communication skills – written and verbal
• Experience with general laboratory and metrology equipment 
• Training to be completed per the training plan for this position as maintained in the document control system
• The training requirements on TRN-10007 Insider Trading Policy, TRN-10008 Global Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy and TRN-10009 Code of Business Conducts and Ethics must be diligently completed within 30 days from the hiring date and on an annual basis

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physics

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• SolidWorks (preferred, not required)
• Enterprise PDM
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Presentations)
• Design Software
• Project Management System

Notice to Staffing Agencies and Search Firms:

RxSight does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from staffing agencies or search firms for any employment opportunities. All agency engagements must be authorized in writing for a specific position by RxSight’s Talent Acquisition department. Any resumes or candidate information submitted without such specific engagement will be considered unsolicited and the property of RxSight. No fees will be paid in the event a candidate is hired under these circumstances.