Diamond Search Recruitment are delighted to be representing a new client of ours, a well-established, successful and proactive business operating within the engineering and manufacturing industry.
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Photonics Engineer in Devon. The ideal candidate will possess a diverse skill set and work within the optics and fibre-optic R&D team. As part of a global effort, you will take a lead on the development of novel fibre-optic based products.
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop world leading optical and photonic components, modules and sub-systems using appropriate design tools and software.
- Lead part of the team, responsible for objective setting and annual appraisals.
- Contribute to cohesive product development strategy which provides the site with the market offering to meet business growth objectives.
- Work within a multidisciplinary team including mechanical and electronic design engineers as well as Product engineers and technicians.
- Active involvement in prototype build - including fibre-optic splicing, mechanical / electrical assembly and opto-electronic test.
- Develop and execute test plans for functional and environmental verification of components and systems.
- Support design modification and engineering changes to existing products.
- Present results clearly and concisely for both internal and external customers.
- Deliver projects to plan and within budget constraints.
Requirements:
- Degree in Engineering or Physics.
- PhD in relevant area preferred.
- Knowledge and experience in fibre-optics, photonics and general optics.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyse complex technical challenges.
- Well organised, with the ability to hit tight deadlines, while maintaining attention to detail.
- Experienced with design tools such as Zemax or equivalents.
Diamond Search Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Salary Type: per annum
- Total Applications: 7
- Last Date: 01/01/2025