Precision Optical Systems Designer

4 weeks ago


St Asaph, Denbighshire, United Kingdom Engineering Full time
Job Summary:
We are working with a leading UK manufacturer of large optics and optical systems. Our team is seeking a skilled Design Engineer to work with commercial customers, creating designs and technical documentation for complex optical systems, including opto-mechanical and structural assemblies.

Key Responsibilities:
• Develop tailored design solutions meeting customer requirements
• Utilise finite element analysis to verify the structural and opto-mechanical integrity of designs
• Participate in design problem-solving activities, providing specialist expertise as needed
• Provide and communicate design review reports according to internal procedures
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including drawings, BOMs, and assembly instructions
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand, confirm, and deliver technical requirements
• Attend project meetings to establish work programs, customer requirements, and technical specifications
• Contribute to design review activities for customer and internal projects
• Produce and verify design drawings and assemblies according to relevant engineering standards (e.g., BS 8888, ISO 10110)
• Support the next generation of Design Engineers through training and professional development
• Travel to customer sites as part of projects

Requirements:
• Degree level or higher in a physical science or engineering discipline
• Experience working in a specialist optical engineering environment
• Understanding of geometrical and wave optics
• Good understanding of measurement uncertainties and experimental statistics, and experience applying this understanding to experimental setups
• Familiarity with scientific analysis software and/or programming (e.g., Excel, MATLAB, Python, ImageJ)
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work flexibly and meet tight deadlines, both independently and as part of a team
• High-level IT skills

Perks and Benefits:
• Estimated salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum
• 37-hour working week, with the option to work these hours over either 4 or 5 days
• 6 weeks annual leave allowance
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