Principal Photonics Engineer

14 hours ago


Torquay, Torbay, United Kingdom Langham Recruitment Limited Full time
About the Role

This exciting opportunity is for a highly skilled Principal Photonics Engineer to join our client's team in Torquay, UK. As a key member of the organisation, you will play a vital role in designing and developing cutting-edge fibre-optic and photonic components and devices.

With a strong understanding of optical fibres and their properties, including SM, PM, MM, PCF, and Multi-Core fibres, you will be responsible for enhancing and innovating fused fibre-optic coupler products.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering or Physics (PhD in a relevant field is highly desirable) and exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to tackle complex technical and material challenges.

As a Senior Photonics Design Specialist, you will contribute to a unified product development strategy aligned with business growth objectives and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of mechanical, electronic, and product engineers, as well as technicians.

In addition to a competitive salary of £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, you will receive 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, 6% employer pension contribution, performance-based company bonus scheme, and Comprehensive Health Cash Plan.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and develop cutting-edge fibre-optic and photonic components and devices using advanced design tools and experimental testing methods.
  • Enhance and innovate fused fibre-optic coupler products.
  • Contribute to a unified product development strategy aligned with business growth objectives.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of mechanical, electronic, and product engineers, as well as technicians.
  • Participate hands-on in prototype development, including operating fusion rigs, fibre-optic splicing, mechanical/electrical assembly, and opto-electronic testing.
  • Create and implement test plans for functional and environmental qualification of components for high-reliability applications.
  • Support design modifications and engineering changes for existing products.


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