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Optical Engineer

The One Group
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB2 8AG, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The ONE Group is seeking an Optical Engineer for a Cambridge-based deeptech startup specializing in innovative nanotechnology for optical applications like VR and AR.
  • The role involves designing and optimizing optical components using Zemax / OpticStudio, conducting lab experiments, and analyzing data for improvements.
  • Candidates must have a PhD in Optical Engineering or a related field, along with demonstrable experience in optical design and simulation.
  • The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £45,000 to £55,000, along with share options and a pension scheme.
  • Experience in AR/VR and knowledge of machine learning will be advantageous for applicants.

The ONE Group are delighted to be working with this Cambridge based deeptech startup. Using innovative nanotechnology, they are coming up with ambitious solutions for optical applications, including VR, AR and smart headsets.

This small teams is growing rapidly and have some big plans, they are looking for an Optical Engineer to add to the future success of the organisation.

The Role:

  • Work alongside the wider team to identify customers' requirements and design solutions for their needs
  • Design and optimise optical components and systems using Zemax / OpticStudio
  • Conduct lab experiments to test and characterise optical components, using optical tables
  • Analyse data and recommend adjustments and improvements
  • Write patent and publication applications

What do you need to apply?

  • A PhD in Optical Engineering or similar
  • Demonstrable experience in optical design and simulation (Zemax / OpticStudio)
  • Experience testing complex optical systems
  • Knowledge of design and manufacturing processes for optical components and systems
  • Understanding of Machine Learning

What would give you the edge?

  • Experience in AR/VR
  • Experience with HUD/Heads up Displays
  • Cleanroom experience, nanofabrication, and characterisation
  • Experience in nano-optical design and simulation

What's on offer?

Your professional growth and development are very important to this organisation, and they will encourage and enable you to progress through continuous learning opportunities and hands-on experience. They can offer a competitive salary between £45,000-£55,000 plus share options and a pension scheme.

Sounds good, how do I apply?

  • Option 1: Click the apply button, don't worry if you don't have an up-to-date CV, we can discuss whatever you have to hand.
  • Option 2: Find Morgan Venesson LinkedIn and drop me a message or connection request
  • Option 3: Drop The One GroupCambridge Office a call and ask for Morgan

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.