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- Annual Salary: 35,000 - 55,000 depending on experience
- Location: Southampton
- Job Type: Full-time
My client are currently recruiting for a Component Development Engineer to join their R&D Product Development team. This role is pivotal in driving the optical development of next-generation fibre optic and fibre laser products through the full product development lifecycle. The successful candidate will have a hands-on approach and ideally experience in a laser technology or optics environment.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Develop innovative fibre laser components as part of the product development team in conjunction with technology development and manufacturing groups.
- Design, develop, and qualify optical components and the processes required to achieve this.
- Support components and build processes through all product life stages, from prototype lab demonstrators to pre-production and production builds.
- Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary project team to ensure successful new product launches.
- Manage project risks and report on project progress to wider teams.
- Support the verification and validation of new components before introduction into manufacturing.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- 1-3 years of experience in a laser technology, optics, or similar hi-tech product development environment (applicants with less work experience will also be considered).
- Knowledge of product requirements, design, qualification, or process development.
- Experience in cross-functional project teams delivering new products into a manufacturing environment.
- Practical experience of optical fibres and processing.
- Knowledge of cleanroom working environment and disciplines.
- Ability to critically analyse and interpret data.
- Knowledge of the full product lifecycle from concept to production.
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Physics, Engineering, Photonics, Materials, or a related subject area.
Personal Profile:
- Enjoys hands-on lab work, experimentation, and design.
- Methodical and efficient, able to meet timescales.
- Self-motivated with the ability to manage workload independently.
- Adaptable to changes in priorities and able to prioritise effectively.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Creative approach to problem-solving.
- Diligent, focused, and takes pride in work.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary within the specified grade/salary range.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a leading manufacturer of fibre lasers.
- Chance to be part of a team that values innovation and initiative.
To apply for the Component Development Engineer - Fibre Optic position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you think you would be suitable for the role.
