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optical engineer
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An optical engineer researches, designs, and develops applications that use optics such as lasers, cameras, refractometers and microscopes. They control and manupulate light for use in devices. They also field technical questions and provide technical advice.

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Avg Pay: $120K
Jobs: 0
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Avg Pay: $141K
Jobs: 352

Education you need to become an Optical Engineer

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  • Bachelor of Arts (b.a.) in Physics Education
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$28,739Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Master Degree in Biomedical Engineering
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    Avg. Duration:13 monthsAvg. Fees:$36,544Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Master of Science (m.sc.) in Electrical Engineering
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    Avg. Duration:15 monthsAvg. Fees:$27,700Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Arts (b.a.) in Physics
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    Avg. Duration:53 monthsAvg. Fees:$34,379Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PH.D.) in Electrical Engineering
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    Avg. Duration:33 monthsAvg. Fees:$31,049Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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Annual Pay Estimate for Optical Engineer and Other Important Info

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4.9 years
$131K
The average years of experience in the workforce prior to having this role
2.37 years
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3
3338 out of 4016

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