Job Description
About LumOptica
We are a leading laser and optical technology company, working with major tech firms and driving innovation projects.
We're seeking an Optical Research Engineer to contribute to our mission.
If you excel in innovation and challenge conventions, we want to hear from you.
At LumOptica, we value integrity and transparency in our communication and business practices.
Precision and accuracy are crucial in achieving quality outcomes, and we invest in our employees' training and development.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a discretionary annual bonus.
The Role
You will be involved in R&D and design, developing solutions, preparing proposals, and providing results in written and verbal form.
You will work as a self-starter, effectively in a team and with customers, with opportunities to acquire new skills and work on the latest laser technology developments.
Essential Requirements:
* Practical experience in optical engineering and/or lasers
* Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
* Ability to interpret technical information and convey it to colleagues and stakeholders
* Ability to multitask and work well in a team
* Degree in a relevant discipline
* Eligibility to obtain UK security clearance
Desirable: Defence industrial experience, laser directed energy experience, PhD in a relevant field, optical design experience in Zemax OpticStudio, data acquisition and analytics, programming experience in Python, COMSOL, LabVIEW
We are committed to continuing professional development and will provide training where required, support in obtaining chartered status, and opportunities to attend and present at conferences.
Salary: £40,000 to £56,000
We offer flexible working hours, a hybrid working model, an Employee Assistance Program, regular socials, a cycle-to-work scheme, and the use of a company pool e-bike.