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Senior Optical Design Engineer
Lynx Recruitment is working with a fibre optics specialist to recruit for an exceptional Senior Optical Design Engineer, to join their expanding fibre optics R&D department in Torquay.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a crucial area of the team's work, progressing optical amplifier designs for free space optical communication.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development efforts for optical amplifier subsystems, including 100W C-band amplifiers and high-performance low noise amplifiers
- Navigate and design in an area with complex, interdependent technical challenges
- Demonstrate sound technical judgement to balance project risks and ensure successful outcomes
- Work self-sufficiently to progress projects and troubleshoot problems with minimal supervision
- Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team of optical, mechanical, and electrical engineers
- Write in a clear, compelling manner for customers and funding applications
- Provide strong technical leadership to grow the team
- Ensure compliance with company health, safety, and environmental requirements
Requirements:
- In-depth knowledge of optical fibre lasers, fibre amplifiers, and ideally, non-linear fibre-optics
- BSc in an engineering discipline or physics, with a PhD highly desirable
- Hands-on experience in the design and test of optical systems
- Ability to communicate technical information effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Proven track record of leading teams and managing complex projects
Benefits:
- Hybrid work model - 2 days WFH each week
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Company pension (6% contribution)
- Company bonus scheme
- Health Cash Plan
- SAYE Scheme
If you are a driven, self-starting optical engineer with experience in fibre laser/amplifier technologies, we encourage you to apply for this Senior Optical Design Engineer role.
