Description
£55 000 +BenefitsOxford
Senior / Lead Optical Engineer
I am currently looking for a Senior Optical Engineer to bring fresh ideas and innovation into an established Oxfordshire based organisation. Operating across a broad range of industries, you will work in conjunction with Electronics, Software and Mechanical engineers to bring new products from conception to production & support.
Key Responsibilities
*Lead the development of laser, detector and fibre based optoelectronic devices from initial requirements through to manufacture
*Deliver technically complex projects on time and to budget and in line with company processes
*Commercial appreciation/understanding
*Sourcing appropriate devices for each application
*Develop and build relationships with technical and business experts internally and within the photonics industry
*Work closely with customers to advise, develop proposals and deliver products against their requirements
*Provide reviews and reports for technical activities
*Ability to look ahead at new technologies and applications for broad capability
Qualifications and Experience
*Good experience of photonic/optoelectronic component design, development, qualification, manufacturing and characterisation (optical simulation: Zemax
*2D/3D CAD experience (Solidworks?)
*Experience or knowledge of Labview
*Good understanding/experience of fibre optic alignment techniques
*Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
*Good knowledge and experience of current photonic packaging processes and their capabilities
Some projects may require SC clearance and you will need to have a valid British or EU passport.
The company offer a fantastic benefits package and a good work environment in which you will be working on some exciting products, if you believe you are suitable for this position please submit a copy of your CV today, alternatively contact Naomi Baggs for more information on .