Optics Process Development Specialist

4 weeks ago


Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Fives Full time
Join Fives as an Optics Process Development Engineer

Fives is a leading company in the sustainability industry, with a presence in 25 countries and a team of 9,000 passionate women and men. We are committed to inventing the technologies of tomorrow across various industries, from metallurgy to advanced logistics, and from the IoT to aerospace.

Main Responsibilities
  • Develop and test high-precision special purpose machinery and test equipment at the Cranfield Precision site in Bedfordshire.
  • Visit customer sites around the globe for machine installation, upgrades, process development, and service technical support.
  • Provide customer training for Cranfield's range of grinding machines.
  • Deliver new machine build and R&D projects in line with the schedule.
  • Liaise effectively with project teams on a technical level.
Key Skills Requirements
  • Relevant Engineering qualification in a Mechanical or Optical discipline, e.g. HNC/HND, C&G, BTEC, etc., or higher, or proven experience within the machine tool industry.
  • Self-driven individual with a 'can-do' attitude.
  • Effective communicator.
  • Ability to work alone or as part of a team.
  • Ability to problem-solve and fault-find in a logical and methodical manner.
Specialist Skills
  • Ability to read, understand, interpret, and manufacture from optical, mechanical component, and electrical drawings.
  • Understanding of optical metrology systems such as Taylor Hobson PGI optics, white light interferometry, and CMM systems.
  • Understanding of ultra-precision machine tools and systems, with confidence in the use of micron, nanometer, wavelength, and arc second data.
Desirable Knowledge
  • Familiarity with precision optical manufacturing and optical lens systems.
  • Familiarity with optical metrology instruments.
  • Familiarity with optical grinding wheel technologies.

Fives is committed to providing a positive and inclusive work environment, and we encourage applications from diverse candidates. If you are a motivated and skilled individual with a passion for optics and precision engineering, we would love to hear from you.



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