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Senior Photonics Design Engineer

Lynx Recruitment Ltd
Posted 3 months ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Torquay, Devon TQ2 5DZ, England

Salary

£48,000 - £57,600 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • Lynx Recruitment is seeking a Senior Photonics Design Engineer for a dynamic optics and photonics company in Torquay.
  • The role requires a degree in Engineering or Physics, with a PhD preferred, and knowledge in fibre-optics and photonics.
  • Candidates should have experience with design tools like Zemax Optics Studio and possess strong problem-solving skills.
  • The position offers a salary of £50,000 to £60,000 and requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
  • Benefits include a hybrid work model, 25 days of holiday, a company pension, and a bonus scheme.

Senior Photonics Design Engineer

Lynx Recruitment is working with a dynamic optics and photonics company, to recruit a Senior Photonics Design Engineer to join their team in Torquay.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop world-leading optical and photonic components, modules, and sub-systems
  • Lead a team, responsible for objective setting and annual appraisals
  • Contribute to the product development strategy and business growth objectives
  • Work within a multidisciplinary team including mechanical and electronic engineers
  • Prototype build, assembly, and testing of photonic components and systems
  • Develop and execute test plans for functional and environmental verification
  • Support design modifications and engineering changes to existing products
  • Present technical results clearly to internal and external customers
  • Deliver projects to plan and within budget constraints

Requirements:

  • Degree in Engineering or Physics, PhD in a 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
  • Experienced with design tools such as Zemax Optics Studio or equivalents
  • Adaptable to rapidly changing design requirements driven by customer needs
  • Driven, self-motivated, and autonomous with a 'can-do' attitude
  • Strong written and oral communication skills

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

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