Principal Photonics Engineer

Advanced Technical Recruitment
Brixham
5 days ago
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A market leader in the development of optical systems, assemblies, and components for demanding applications now requires a Principal Photonics Engineer to join their South Devon site.


Joining the R&D Team now is an exciting time 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.


Your main responsibility will be the design and development of world leading fibre-optic and photonic components and devices using appropriate design tools and experimental test.


As Principal Engineer you will have an active involvement in prototype builds – including operating fusion rigs, fibre-optic splicing, mechanical / electrical assembly and opto-electronic test.


You will 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


Working closely with the R&D Team and key stakeholders you will present results to both internal and external customers.


Working at the forefront of technology, my client offers a competitive salary, training and generous benefits including 25 days holiday, Company Pension, Company Bonus Scheme and Health Cash Plan.


Experience:


This role would suit an experienced Photonics Engineer who is familiar with optical fibers, glass processing techniques, photonics.


Qualifications:


As the successful Principal Photonics Engineer, you should hold at least a Degree in Physics or Engineering and ideally a PhD in a relevant field such as Physics/Photonics/Optics.


Additional Information:


CandidatesMUSTbe resident in the UK, and eligible to work and live in the UK. Copies of Passports and Visas will be requested for verification.


Skills: Photonics, Optical Fibres.


To Apply Direct:Please send covering letter & CV to Iona Mulligan


Principal Photonics Engineer – Photonics – S Devon – IM3405


Salary / benefits:Competitive, plus bonus, pension and benefits


Job Term:Permanent / Full Time / Onsite

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