photonics jobs in Edinburgh

Job Description:Your impact Are you ready to make an impact and gain hands-on experience working on real-world projects from day one? At Leonardo, we’re looking for summer placement students who want to be part of something extraordinary—shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. Our placements are designed to help you...

Member of Technical Staff – PIC Design Engineer (Visible Photonics)Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, UK (On-site)Role Type: Full-time, PermanentLevel: Principal / LeadAbout the CompanyCnuic Technologies is a deep-tech company based in Edinburgh. We are building next-generation optical systems aimed at pushing the limits of precision manufacturing and...

Cnuic Technologies, based in Edinburgh, is seeking a Principal/Lead PIC Design Engineer to lead the design and fabrication of photonic integrated circuits for visible light. The role involves taking waveguide devices from simulation to processed, measured chips and coordinating with Laser and Detector integration.You will work hands-on in a cleanroom with...

## Summer Placement - PhotonicsApply: GB - Edinburgh: Full time: Posted Today: R0033873**Job Description:****Your impact**Are you ready to make an impact and gain hands-on experience working on real-world projects from day one?At Leonardo, we’re looking for summer placement students who want to be part of something extraordinary—shaping...

Member of Technical Staff – PIC Design Engineer (Visible Photonics) Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, UK (On-site) Role Type: Full-time, Permanent Level: Principal / Lead About the Company Cnuic Technologies is a deep-tech company based in Edinburgh. We are building next-generation optical systems aimed at pushing the limits of precision manufacturing...

Member of Technical Staff – PIC Design Engineer (Visible Photonics) Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, UK (On-site) Role Type: Full-time, Permanent Level: Principal / Lead About the Company Cnuic Technologies is a deep-tech company based in Edinburgh. We are building next-generation optical systems aimed at pushing the limits of precision manufacturing...

Job Description: Your impactAre you ready to make an impact and gain hands‑on experience working on real‑world projects from day one? At Leonardo, we’re looking for summer placement students who want to be part of something extraordinary—shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. Our placements are designed to help you...

**Job Description:** **Your impact** Are you ready to make an impact and gain hands-on experience working on real-world projects from day one? At Leonardo, we’re looking for summer placement students who want to be part of something extraordinary—shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. Our placements are designed to...

Leonardo is recruiting a Graduate Optical Engineer in Edinburgh to tackle real-world optical challenges within a structured 18‑month development programme. You will work on design, analysis, and testing across product life cycles under experienced engineers.The role focuses on learning state‑of‑the‑art tools, developing manufacturing knowledge, and...

Leonardo in Edinburgh is offering a 13-week Photonics Summer Placement within the Advanced Targeting line of business. You will support the design and development of Laser/Optical systems under the guidance of experienced Optical Engineers, gaining exposure to state-of-the-art methods, tools and the product lifecycle.You should be pursuing a master’s...

Leonardo UK Ltd in Edinburgh is seeking a Photonics Summer Placement student to work in our Advanced Targeting Engineering Team for 13 weeks. You’ll contribute to laser and optical design, modelling, and lab work, gaining hands-on experience from day one.The role runs 1 June 2027 to 27 August 2027, with a hybrid arrangement and at least three days on site...

Leonardo UK Ltd in Edinburgh invites applications for a Graduate Optical Engineer. You will work on real-world optical challenges within the Advanced Targeting line, progressing toward Optical Engineer level through an 18‑month development program across three lifecycle phases.You will gain experience in requirements analysis, design, test, and...

Job Description: Your impact Are you ready to make an impact and gain hands-on experience working on real-world projects from day one? At Leonardo, we’re looking for summer placement students who want to be part of something extraordinary—shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. Our placements are designed to help you...

Assistant/Associate Professor of Photonic Quantum TechnologiesHeriot-Watt University - School of Engineering & Physical SciencesEdinburgh, United KingdomGBP 47,389 - GBP 69,488 per yearThe Institute of Photonics and Quantum Sciences (IPaQS) at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, UK is seeking applications for a faculty position at the Assistant or Associate...

Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh seeks an Assistant/Associate Professor in Photonic Quantum Technologies to build an independent research programme and teach across physics and engineering. The role focuses on quantum networks and related areas, with leadership in IQaQS activities.The successful candidate will secure external funding, supervise students,...

DescriptionRole Title: Postdoctoral Research Associate in High-Dimensional Quantum PhotonicsGrade and Salary: Grade 7 - £38,448 - £48,337 per annumFTE and working pattern: Full-time (35hrs per week) Fixed Term for 12 monthsReward and Benefits: 33 days annual leave, plus 9 buildings closed days for all full-time staff. Detailed DescriptionThis is...

Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in High-Dimensional Quantum Photonics to join the Beyond Binary Quantum Information group. You will lead experimental photonics work on time-bin quantum states and contribute to advancing quantum technologies for communication and computing.The role includes...

Cnuic Technologies in West Edinburgh is seeking a Senior Technical Facilities Manager to ensure the safety, compliance and availability of our building, cleanrooms and laser labs. You will lead fit-out projects and manage budgets, contractors and equipment lifecycle in a hands-on role within a small, growing team.The ideal candidate has 5+ years of...

OUR STORY At STMicroelectronics, we believe in the power of technology to drive innovation and make a positive impact on people, businesses, and society. As a global semiconductor company, our advanced technologies and chips form the hidden foundation of the world we live in today. When you join ST, you will be part of a global business with more than 122...

OUR STORYAt STMicroelectronics, we believe in the power of technology to drive innovation and make a positive impact on people, businesses, and society. As a global semiconductor company, our advanced technologies and chips form the hidden foundation of the world we live in today.When you join ST, you will be part of a global business with more than 115...