Laser Development Engineer
2 weeks ago
A leading provider of innovative laser systems to help people in various global markets, including but not limited to renewables, microelectronics, research, life science, automotive, and medicine.We are seeking an experienced Laser Development Engineer to join our R&D team in the design, development and optimisation of our cutting-edge ultrafast and CW laser systems. This role provides the opportunity to demonstrate and apply your existing skills while also building new technical capabilities and deepening your knowledge in advanced laser physics, opto-mechanical engineering and system integration.As part of the development group, you will contribute to feasibility studies, prototype builds and system-level optimisation, working hands-on with optical, mechanical, electronics and control-systems specialists. You will help translate early-stage concepts into robust, manufacturable products by performing experimental work, analysing performance, and providing clear, data-driven feedback into the engineering process.PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES.Conducting technical feasibility studies in the design of ultrashort pulsed fibre lasers and their use in laser systems. Building, assessing, and qualifying prototypes based on these feasibility studies. Troubleshooting laser performance issues. Providing detailed and technically thorough reports / presentations to the engineering team. Providing technical support to the laser manufacturing teams. Working within a multi-disciplined engineering team to design laser systems. Collaborating with local and international experts.Defining specifications and sourcing of laser parts and components.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEPhD or equivalent in a solid state or fibre laser based area or demonstrable experience of working in a laser manufacturing or development environment. Willingness to take responsibility for improvement actions.Initiative to seek innovative solutions to problems.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work closely and collaboratively with colleagues.Understanding of the principles of optics and lasers.Demonstrable practical ability in the creation of breadboard laser systems or of assembling and optimising laser systems in a manufacturing environment.Experienced in the use of test equipment, both optical (power meters, spectrometers, auto-correlators, etc.) and electrical (oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analysers, etc.). Experienced in the use of optical modelling software packages (for example Zemax) and / or the development of optical models via custom code.General understanding of electronics and control systems.Ability to work on multiple tasks and manage priorities.Ability to work from general instructions for new assignments either in isolation or as part of a wider team.Occasional travel will be required.Preferred Additional SkillsKnowledge of ultrashort laser pulses, mode-locking techniques, optical nonlinearities and dispersion is desirable.Ability to program in Python for data analysis and for modelling systems.Knowledge of control systems and familiarity with circuit diagrams to debug complex system issues.May have experience of working with SBR’s (saturable Bragg reflectors) and aspects of their design and processing for use in ultra-fast laser systems.
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Laser Development Engineer
2 weeks ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom Solutions Driven Full timeA leading provider of innovative laser systems to help people in various global markets, including but not limited to renewables, microelectronics, research, life science, automotive, and medicine.We are seeking an experienced Laser Development Engineer to join our R&D team in the design, development and optimisation of our cutting-edge ultrafast and CW...
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Laser Development Engineer
2 weeks ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom Solutions Driven Full timeA leading provider of innovative laser systems to help people in various global markets, including but not limited to renewables, microelectronics, research, life science, automotive, and medicine. We are seeking an experienced Laser Development Engineer to join our R&D team in the design, development and optimisation of our cutting-edge ultrafast and CW...
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Laser Development Engineer
2 weeks ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom Solutions Driven Full timeA leading provider of innovative laser systems to help people in various global markets, including but not limited to renewables, microelectronics, research, life science, automotive, and medicine. We are seeking an experienced Laser Development Engineer to join our R&D team in the design, development and optimisation of our cutting‑edge ultrafast and CW...
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Laser Development Engineer
2 weeks ago
Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Solutions Driven Full time £60,000 - £90,000 per yearA leading provider of innovative laser systems to help people in various global markets, including but not limited to renewables, microelectronics, research, life science, automotive, and medicine.We are seeking an experiencedLaser Development Engineerto join our R&D team in the design, development and optimisation of our cutting-edge ultrafast and CW laser...
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Laser Development Engineer
1 week ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom Coherent Corp. Full timeJob Description At Coherent Scotland, we develop advanced laser systems used worldwide in markets such as renewable energy, microelectronics, fundamental research, life sciences and medicine. As the Ultrafast Laser Centre of Excellence for Coherent, our Glasgow site plays a central role in shaping the next generation of ultrafast laser technologies. Our...
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Laser Development Engineer
2 weeks ago
Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Coherent Corp. Full time £60,000 - £100,000 per yearJob DescriptionAt Coherent Scotland, we develop advanced laser systems used worldwide in markets such as renewable energy, microelectronics, fundamental research, life sciences and medicine. As the Ultrafast Laser Centre of Excellence for Coherent, our Glasgow site plays a central role in shaping the next generation of ultrafast laser technologies. Our...
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Laser Development Engineer
2 weeks ago
Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Coherent Full time £60,000 - £100,000 per yearDescription At Coherent Scotland, we develop advanced laser systems used worldwide in markets such as renewable energy, microelectronics, fundamental research, life sciences and medicine. As the Ultrafast Laser Centre of Excellence for Coherent, our Glasgow site plays a central role in shaping the next generation of ultrafast laser technologies. Our systems...
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R&D Laser Engineer
2 weeks ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom Solutions Driven Full timeA leading provider of innovative laser systems to help people in various global markets, including but not limited to renewables, microelectronics, research, life science, automotive, and medicine. We are seeking an experienced Laser Development Engineer to join our R&D team in the design, development and optimisation of our cutting-edge ultrafast and CW...
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Laser Systems Engineer
1 week ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom Coherent Corp. Full timeJoin to apply for the Laser Systems Engineer role at Coherent Corp.JOB DESCRIPTIONThis is a production role required for the assembly and production of our laser systems.Job SummaryThis is a production role required for the assembly and production of our laser systems.Primary Duties & ResponsibilitiesAssembly and test of production products, including...
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Laser System Engineer
1 week ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom Coherent Corp. Full timeThis is a production role required for the assembly and production of our laser systems. Assembly and test of production products, including optic/laser alignment, fault diagnosis; result monitoring and analysis. Final optical assembly of advanced laser products. Laser calibration using electronic control. Experience of aligning and testing...
