Senior Photonics Engineer

Diamond Search Recruitment Ltd
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3 weeks ago
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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

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