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Optical EngineerÂ
The Opportunity:
Our consumer electronics industry client is seeking an Optical Engineer.
The candidate will play a crucial role in the development, optimization and testing of optical components and systems integrated into their products.
Key Responsibilities:
- Own the conceptualisation and delivery of advanced optical test methodologies for key components and sub-systems to improve product performance and reliability.
- Diagnose and resolve optical system issues, working closely with other engineers to address technical challenges.
- Maintain detailed documentation of optical designs, experiments, and procedures, facilitating effective transfer of knowledge within the organisation.
- Feedforward learning into future developments
- Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists
- Communicate effectively with a diverse set of peers, customers, and vendors.
Education / Qualifications:
- Degree or above in Optics or closely related engineering discipline.
Professional Skills/ Abilities:
- Experience of hands-on engineering development in prototype and production environments.
- Proven experience in optical system design, preferably in imaging or microscopy technologies
- Hands-on experience with lasers and fibre optics, including testing and characterisation.
- Proficiency in optical modelling and simulation software e.g., Zemax
- A solid grounding in optical fundamentals, especially interferometry, and working mathematical knowledge of both wave and ray optics.
