A new paradigm of computing

Magic Leap is a pioneer in Augmented Reality (AR) optics, display systems, platforms, devices services, prototyping and manufacturing capabilities. We are known for our unmatched optics stack and have developed ultra-lightweight waveguides and display systems that advance what is possible in AR. With more than a decade of experience in AR innovation, we have made groundbreaking advancements in text legibility, color fidelity and rich digital content visuals while continually expanding the field of view to create engaging, immersive AR experiences. 

Magic Leap could be your place if you want to be part of a united team where everyone is empowered and trusted to make an impact. At Magic Leap, you can explore innovative solutions and use your talents to solve real-world problems. Working alongside industry experts, you can grow your skills while helping make our technology available to millions of people as a partner in the AR ecosystem.  We know that successful change and progress accelerates diverse perspectives. As we shape our future, everyone's voice matters. Together, we can reimagine the world of work and, with our bold partners, make the impossible possible.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Process Engineer on the Eyepiece Process R&D team, you will lead the development and optimization of nanoimprint lithography (JFIL) processes critical to next-generation augmented reality displays. You will own process development from early-stage experimentation through transfer into manufacturing, ensuring scalability, repeatability, and yield performance.

This role is highly hands-on and sits at the intersection of R&D and production. You will work with advanced lithography equipment, develop and qualify new processes, and collaborate cross-functionally to bring cutting-edge light-field technology into production. Success in this role requires deep process expertise, strong experimental rigor, and the ability to translate R&D breakthroughs into robust manufacturing solutions.

Location: This position requires being fully on-site at our Austin, TX facility, to ensure seamless collaboration and hands-on support for daily operations. Relocation assistance is available for non-local candidates.

What you’ll do

• Own the development and optimization of nanoimprint lithography (JFIL) processes for eyepiece fabrication
• Design and execute experiments (DOE) to improve process performance, yield, and defectivity
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot advanced lithography and metrology equipment in a cleanroom environment
• Develop characterization methods and workflows to evaluate thickness, roughness, feature dimensions, transmission, and defectivity
• Analyze process data and build diagnostic frameworks (JMP, Python, or similar) to monitor process health and drive improvements
• Improve defect inspection and imaging systems through internal development and vendor collaboration
• Partner with manufacturing teams to transfer processes into high-volume production and support ramp
• Evaluate, select, and bring up new tools, materials, and process technologies
• Create and maintain process documentation, specifications, and technical reports
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, manufacturing, and external partners in a fast-paced environment

The experience you bring

• 5+ years of relevant industry experience in nanoimprint lithography, semiconductor processing, nanofabrication, or related field
• BS or MS in physics, chemistry, engineering, or related field, or PhD in a relevant discipline
• Experience owning process development and optimization in an R&D and/or manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience designing and executing DOEs and driving yield improvement
• Experience working with complex process and metrology equipment in a cleanroom environment
• Strong data analysis skills and experience with statistical tools (JMP, Python, or similar)
• Working knowledge of nanofabrication processes (lithography, etching, deposition, bonding, cleaning)
• Ability to translate experimental results into actionable process improvements
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to operate in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment

It’s exciting if you also have

• Direct experience with nanoimprint lithography (JFIL or NIL)
• Experience scaling processes from R&D to high-volume manufacturing
• Experience with optical or photonic device fabrication, including waveguides
• Familiarity with advanced metrology techniques (SEM, TEM, optical inspection, profilometry, ellipsometry)
• Experience with process control systems (FDC), automation, or data pipelines
• Background in semiconductor, optics, AR/VR, or advanced consumer hardware manufacturing

Additional Requirements

• Occasional travel required, including two trips to Plantation, FL per year
• Approximately 5% total travel for business needs

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to Equal Employment Opportunities guidelines.

Please note that we do not accept any application documents via (e-)mail. Furthermore, we do not accept applications from recruitment agencies for this role.

All legitimate Magic Leap email communications will end with "@magicleap.com". Please carefully review all emails you receive, to ensure you only engage with legitimate representatives of Magic Leap. For the protection of your Personal Information, do not click any links, open any attachments, or further engage with any suspicious communications. In the event you receive an unexpected or suspicious communication claiming to come from Magic Leap, please reach out directly to TalentAcquisition@magicleap.com for assistance.

Accommodations

If you need an accommodation during the application, interviewing, or hiring process, you may request an accommodation by emailing ApplicantAccommodation@magicleap.com. Magic Leap will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

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A new paradigm of computing

Magic Leap is a pioneer in Augmented Reality (AR) optics, display systems, platforms, devices services, prototyping and manufacturing capabilities. We are known for our unmatched optics stack and have developed ultra-lightweight waveguides and display systems that advance what is possible in AR. With more than a decade of experience in AR innovation, we have made groundbreaking advancements in text legibility, color fidelity and rich digital content visuals while continually expanding the field of view to create engaging, immersive AR experiences. 

Magic Leap could be your place if you want to be part of a united team where everyone is empowered and trusted to make an impact. At Magic Leap, you can explore innovative solutions and use your talents to solve real-world problems. Working alongside industry experts, you can grow your skills while helping make our technology available to millions of people as a partner in the AR ecosystem.  We know that successful change and progress accelerates diverse perspectives. As we shape our future, everyone's voice matters. Together, we can reimagine the world of work and, with our bold partners, make the impossible possible.

The opportunity

The Staff R&D Process Engineer will play a critical role in developing and scaling advanced manufacturing processes for next-generation AR eyepiece technologies, with a primary focus on laser processing and singulation of glass and glass-like substrates. This position sits at the intersection of research and development and high-volume manufacturing.

You will own process development from early-stage exploration through production ramp, solving complex challenges in precision, yield, and scalability. This role is ideal for someone who is highly hands-on, thrives in ambiguity, and enjoys building processes that transition from lab to manufacturing.

What you’ll do

• Own the development of laser-based processes for cutting, shaping, and finishing glass and glass-like substrates used in AR waveguides.
• Design and execute experiments (DOEs) to solve process challenges related to edge strength, yield, and dimensional precision.
• Program, set up, and operate laser and precision fabrication tools to produce high-quality prototypes.
• Develop metrology methods, fixtures, and validation workflows to ensure process performance and repeatability.
• Troubleshoot and optimize processes to improve yield, throughput, and consistency.
• Partner with manufacturing teams to transfer processes into high-volume production and support ramp.
• Evaluate, select, and bring up new tools and technologies, including next-generation laser systems.
• Create and maintain process documentation, specifications, and reports.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, manufacturing, and external partners in a fast-paced environment.

The experience you bring

• 8+ years of relevant industry experience in process engineering, advanced manufacturing, or related fields.
• BS or MS in engineering (mechanical, materials, optical, manufacturing, or related field), or PhD in a relevant discipline.
• Experience developing or running laser-based processes (e.g., laser cutting, dicing, micromachining).
• Hands-on experience working with precision materials, ideally glass or brittle substrates (ceramics or similar materials also relevant).
• Strong background in process development within an R&D environment, including designing and executing DOEs.
• Experience operating and or programming fabrication tools and equipment (manual, semi-automated, or automated).
• Working knowledge of CAD tools (2D or 3D; Creo, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.).
• Ability to analyze data and make data-driven process decisions.
• Adaptability and comfort working in a dynamic, fast-changing environment.

It’s exciting if you also have

• Direct experience with laser singulation or dicing of glass or glass-like materials.
• Deep understanding of laser-material interactions, especially with glass and glass-like materials.
• Experience scaling processes from prototype to high-volume manufacturing.
• Experience working in cleanroom environments and handling precision components.
• Familiarity with metrology tools (CMM, optical microscopy, interferometry, etc.).
• CNC programming and machining experience.
• Experience with statistical analysis tools (e.g., JMP or similar).
• Background in semiconductor, optics, AR/VR, or advanced consumer hardware manufacturing.

Additional Requirements

• Onsite, 5 days per week
• Work environment includes significant time in a cleanroom setting (bunny suit required)

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to Equal Employment Opportunities guidelines.

Please note that we do not accept any application documents via (e-)mail. Furthermore, we do not accept applications from recruitment agencies for this role.

All legitimate Magic Leap email communications will end with "@magicleap.com". Please carefully review all emails you receive, to ensure you only engage with legitimate representatives of Magic Leap. For the protection of your Personal Information, do not click any links, open any attachments, or further engage with any suspicious communications. In the event you receive an unexpected or suspicious communication claiming to come from Magic Leap, please reach out directly to TalentAcquisition@magicleap.com for assistance.

Accommodations

If you need an accommodation during the application, interviewing, or hiring process, you may request an accommodation by emailing ApplicantAccommodation@magicleap.com. Magic Leap will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

#LI-CP1

#LI-ONSITE

A new paradigm of computing

Magic Leap is a pioneer in Augmented Reality (AR) optics, display systems, platforms, devices services, prototyping and manufacturing capabilities. We are known for our unmatched optics stack and have developed ultra-lightweight waveguides and display systems that advance what is possible in AR. With more than a decade of experience in AR innovation, we have made groundbreaking advancements in text legibility, color fidelity and rich digital content visuals while continually expanding the field of view to create engaging, immersive AR experiences. 

Magic Leap could be your place if you want to be part of a united team where everyone is empowered and trusted to make an impact. At Magic Leap, you can explore innovative solutions and use your talents to solve real-world problems. Working alongside industry experts, you can grow your skills while helping make our technology available to millions of people as a partner in the AR ecosystem.  We know that successful change and progress accelerates diverse perspectives. As we shape our future, everyone's voice matters. Together, we can reimagine the world of work and, with our bold partners, make the impossible possible.

The opportunity 

As a Sr Mechanical Engineer within our Hardware Equipment Team, you'll play a pivotal role in designing and developing advanced, automated clean room manufacturing equipment for diffractive optics used in smart glasses. This position offers the chance to innovate at the intersection of precision mechanics and cutting-edge optics, contributing to products that push the boundaries of wearable technology. You'll work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your designs directly impact production quality and efficiency, enabling single-digit micron precision in high-stakes applications. If you're passionate about resourceful problem-solving and turning complex challenges into robust solutions, this is an opportunity to grow with a team that's shaping the future of augmented reality.

Location: This role will be based fully onsite in Austin, TX. Relocation assistance is available for non-local candidates.

What you’ll do 

• Design and integrate precision mechanical systems, including robotics, linear motors, encoders, air bearings, and exact constraint mechanisms, to achieve micron-level accuracy in manufacturing equipment.
• Collaborate on the development of machine vision systems integration, pneumatic actuators, valving, system controls and sensor integration and electrical panels for automated process equipment.
• Lead the mechanical design of dispensing and curing systems, optical positioners, and metrology tools to ensure reliable performance in clean room environments.
• Perform design analysis, simulations, and bench-top prototyping to validate equipment functionality under varying priorities and constraints.
• Optimize machine frames and precision mechanisms for stability, repeatability, and ease of assembly.
• Troubleshoot and iterate on designs based on testing feedback, balancing scrappy resourcefulness with rigorous process adherence.
• Work cross-functionally with electrical, software, and manufacturing teams to integrate components into complete systems.  Also work with OEM’s and contract manufacturers to create multiple instances of your system designs.
• Document designs through specifications, drawings, manuals, and testing procedures to support scalable production.

The experience you bring

• 5+ years of professional experience in mechanical design for precision manufacturing equipment or automation systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Proven expertise in designing systems with micron-level precision, such as stages, actuators, or optical alignment tools.
• Hands-on experience with CAD software (CREO for modeling complex assemblies preferred).
• Familiarity with pneumatic and electromechanical components, including valves, linear motors, and encoders.
• Knowledge of clean room standards and manufacturing processes like dispensing, curing, and metrology.
• Ability to conduct design analysis, including FEA, tolerance stack-ups, and failure mode assessments.
• Experience in prototyping, testing, and iterating on mechanical designs in a resource-constrained environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a track record of adapting to changing priorities while maintaining rigor in critical areas.

It’s exciting if you also have

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with machine vision cameras or optical systems in precision applications.
• Familiarity with air bearings or advanced constraint design principles.
• Background in optics manufacturing, machine vision, robotics, or complex capital equipment.
• Proficiency in simulation tools like ANSYS or MATLAB for mechanical optimization.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to Equal Employment Opportunities guidelines.

Please note that we do not accept any application documents via (e-)mail. Furthermore, we do not accept applications from recruitment agencies for this role.

All legitimate Magic Leap email communications will end with "@magicleap.com". Please carefully review all emails you receive, to ensure you only engage with legitimate representatives of Magic Leap. For the protection of your Personal Information, do not click any links, open any attachments, or further engage with any suspicious communications. In the event you receive an unexpected or suspicious communication claiming to come from Magic Leap, please reach out directly to TalentAcquisition@magicleap.com for assistance.

Accommodations

If you need an accommodation during the application, interviewing, or hiring process, you may request an accommodation by emailing ApplicantAccommodation@magicleap.com. Magic Leap will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

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#LI-ONSITE