Principal Optical Systems Engineer

5 days ago


Forty Green, United Kingdom Octagon Group Full time

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity in the field of scientific instrumentation? The Octagon Group is seeking a highly skilled Principal Optical Systems Engineer to join our Research and Development team.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system design and specification, covering concept development, design calculations, or modeling for optical, mechanical, electronic, or algorithmic aspects of the system.
  2. Investigate manufacturing and field failures to determine root cause and implement corrective actions.
  3. Develop a deep understanding of product performance parameters at both the system and sub-system level.
  4. Participate in troubleshooting activities, including root cause analysis, to resolve issues in new product development and ongoing manufacturing.
Key Skills and Experience:
  1. Master's degree or higher in Physics or a related field.
  2. Advanced knowledge of engineering, physics, and mathematics principles.
  3. Proficiency in using complex software applications.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a leading organization in the UK, developing innovative scientific products and solutions. As a Principal Optical Systems Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on complex projects, collaborate with a talented team, and contribute to the development of cutting-edge technology.



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