How much does an Optical Design Engineer IV make in Akin, IL? The average Optical Design Engineer IV salary in Akin, IL is $180,900 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $169,800 and $193,000. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Optical Design Engineer IV Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Optical Design Engineer IV Salary $159,694 Akin,IL April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Optical Design Engineer IV Salary $169,800 Akin,IL April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Optical Design Engineer IV Salary $180,900 Akin,IL April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Optical Design Engineer IV Salary $193,000 Akin,IL April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Optical Design Engineer IV Salary $204,016 Akin,IL April 24, 2024
25% $169,800 10% $159,694 90% $204,016 75% $193,000 $180,900 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Optical Design Engineer IV conducts research and development to develop component and system specifications, designs, and testing methodologies. Designs, models, analyzes, and tests optical, electro-optical, and opto mechanical systems and components. Being an Optical Design Engineer IV typically requires a master's degree in optical engineering, electrical engineering, physics. Utilizes optical design software and modeling tools such as Zemax and FRED. In addition, Optical Design Engineer IV typically reports to a manager. Being an Optical Design Engineer IV work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Working as an Optical Design Engineer IV typically requires 7+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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About Akin, Illinois    Akin is an unincorporated community in Franklin County, Illinois, United States. Akin is 10 miles (16 km) east of Benton. Akin had a post office, whic....More

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