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Principle Photonic Engineer

Devon

Post Date, 02/10/2024

Salary: - per annum

Permanent

Diamond Search Recruitment is thrilled to represent our client in recruiting for a Principal Photonics Engineer. Global leader in optical design, testing, and manufacturing, providing cutting-edge optical systems and components for demanding applications. We are seeking a Principal Photonics Engineer to join our dynamic team based in Devon.

The ideal candidate will possess a diverse skill set and work within the optics and fibre-optic R&D team. You will be a technical expert, with a comprehensive understanding of optical fibres and their properties, experienced with optical fibre fusion and tapering methods. Leading on the development of novel fibre-optic based products including high-reliability components and devices for the industrial, aerospace & defence (A&D) and bio-photonics market segments. You will be capable of working under your own initiative - a self-starter, able to progress projects and trouble-shoot problems with little supervision.
The role offers a wide variety of activity, from involvement in initial product concepts, product development and customer interaction. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary and cross-functional team developing new, cutting-edge products for applications in terrestrial and space-based optical communications, industrial sensing and biomedical imaging, which will continue to drive and deliver sustained revenue growth.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Design and develop world leading fibre-optic and photonic components and devices using appropriate design tools and experimental test
  • Develop and enhance our fused fibre-optic coupler products
  • 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 builds - including operating fusion rigs, fibre-optic splicing, mechanical / electrical assembly and opto-electronic test
  • Develop and execute test plans for functional and environmental qualification of components for high-reliability applications
  • 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


Your skills, attributes and qualifications will include:

  • Degree in Engineering or Physics, PhD in relevant area preferred
  • Comprehensive understanding of optical fibres and their properties, including single-mode SM, PM, MM, PCF, Multi-Core
  • Experience in glass processing techniques e.g. fibre optic tapering and fusion processes
  • Knowledge and experience in fibre-optics, photonics and associated materials properties.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyse complex technical and materials challenges
  • In depth knowledge of optical testing equipment and processes in relation to optical fibres.
  • Knowledge of reliability issues associated optical fibre and components, including understanding of proof testing, harsh condition aging, crack growth etc. and familiarity with wear-out modelling, FIT rates
  • Ability to devise engineering process techniques aimed at high yield, reliability and performance requirements
  • Well organised, with the ability to hit tight deadlines, while maintaining attention to detail
  • Driven, self-motived and autonomous with a 'Can-do’ attitude
  • Must be able to communicate at all levels both written and oral


For a confidential discussion please contact us today! Diamond Search Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy.

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  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Salary Type: per annum
  • Total Applications: 11
  • Last Date: 09/01/2025
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