Optoelectronics Engineer Career

*A job as an Optoelectronics Engineer falls under the broader career category of Photonics Engineers. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Photonics Engineers : Design technologies specializing in light information or light energy, such as laser or fiber optics technology.


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Photonics Engineer Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$118,350

Median Hourly Wage

$56.90*

Total Employed Nationally

150,990


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2024 wage data and 2023-2033 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2023-2033). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.