Oxfordshire
Permanent - Full Time
09-11-2026
07-03-2027
LM1261
Depend on Experience, c£45-60k plus benefits.
My client, who is a market leading developer of optical fibre-based products and systems, now requires a further Development Engineer to join their team in Oxfordshire.
As the successful candidate, you will support complex technical projects ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with company processes.
You will lead the optical delivery of new laser, detector, and fibre-based optoelectronic devices and systems, from initial concept through to full manufacture.
Within the role, you will engage directly with customers to understand their real requirements, translating ideas and objectives into clear technical specifications and achievable project goals.
You will then design and develop optical products in line with company standards and customer needs, as well as producing and maintaining detailed engineering documentation and records as per company procedures.
Whilst focussing on optical development, you will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, and test), as well as working in close relationship with customers and suppliers to resolve issues and refine requirements.
You will take a proactive, “hands-on” approach: debugging a test setup, coordinating with vendors, streamlining processes, etc, as well as maintain equipment and workspace to the highest standards of safety and organization.
Experience:
As the successful candidate, you should also have a good understanding of fibre optic, laser or sensor development, ideally with experience of zemax optical design software.
Qualifications:
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in engineering, Physics, Electronics, Optics or a related field is essential.
Additional Information:
Candidates must be resident in the UK and be eligible to live and work in UK, without ever requiring sponsorship. Copies of Passports and Visas will be requested for verification.
Salary / benefits:
Depend on Experience, c£45-60k plus benefits.
Job Term:
Permanent, Full Time, Onsite
Skills:
R&D, Optical Development Engineer, Physics, Photonics, Fibre Optics, Fiber Optics, Optoelectronics, Optical Sensors, Design, Development, Qualification, Alignment, Simulation, Characterisation, Electronics, Manufacturing, Characterisation, Labview.
