Optical Design & Build

Partner With Bodkin Design & Engineering

At Bodkin Design & Engineering (BD&E), we believe that great engineering breakthroughs are built through strong partnerships. Since 1992, we’ve collaborated with government agencies, commercial enterprises, research institutions, and industry innovators to develop custom solutions that push the boundaries of technology.

Why Work With BD&E?

Our team of engineers and scientists brings decades of experience in:

  • Electro-Optics

  • Optical Design

  • Mechanical Engineering

  • Spectral Imaging

Discover how BD&E can support your next project—check out our services to see what we can do, and contact us today to start partnering.

OEM Design & Build

Bodkin Design & Engineering delivers comprehensive OEM design and build services with a focus on electro-optics, spectral imaging, and mechanical engineering. Our team supports OEM partners from early concept and detailed engineering through prototyping, validation, and production-ready design.

Case Studies

We’ve delivered tailored solutions across a wide range of industries, including military, manufacturing, food processing, and biomedical applications. Explore the examples featured here, or click below to discover more of the advanced systems we’ve engineered.

Slow-Motion Video
Stroboscopic Imager

LWIR Multi-Band Spectral-Polarimetric Imager

MWIR Polarimeter

Start Your Custom Engineering Project

Have a unique optical, spectral imaging, or infrared challenge? Bodkin Design & Engineering provides tailored engineering solutions from concept through prototyping and validation. We work with you to design systems optimized for performance, reliability, and real-world operation.

Contact us today to discuss your project and see how our expertise can bring your solution to life.

Experts in Machine Vision Systems and Solutions.

With decades of experience in optical engineering and custom system design, we develop advanced machine vision solutions tailored to unique industry needs. From high-speed inspection to precision measurement, our systems integrate cutting-edge imaging, optics, and software to deliver reliable, accurate results. Whether off-the-shelf or fully custom, we provide the expertise to solve the most challenging vision problems.

Case Studies

Explore real-world case studies showcasing how Bodkin Design delivers custom optical, imaging, and spectral solutions tailored to complex engineering challenges — from concept through deployment. Our projects span hyperspectral imaging, infrared systems, machine vision, and calibration technologies across aerospace, defense, and industrial applications.