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Senior Optical Engineer
Job Posted: 33 minutes ago
Salary: £ 60,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: OX1, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Senior Optical Engineer – Hybrid Role | Oxford | Up to £70k
Engineering & Software Development | Full-time
We are seeking an experienced Senior Optical Engineer to join a leading quantum technology company in Oxford. This hybrid role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge optical systems for quantum sensing and computing, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to translate experimental concepts into engineered solutions.
The Role:
As a Senior Optical Engineer, you will lead the design, analysis, and integration of optical systems, from laser sources to atom-based experiments. You will optimise, simulate, assemble, and characterise optical components and subsystems, ensuring high performance, stability, and reliability.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead development of optical systems for quantum sensing and computing, collaborating with physicists, mechanical, electrical, and software engineers.
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Design, simulate, and optimise optical systems (free space and fibre optics) including complex components such as lenses, SLMs, and DOEs.
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Align and integrate optical systems, validating performance through structured testing.
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Execute tolerance analysis and guide design decisions using simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, Zemax).
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Lead design reviews and maintain technical documentation.
Requirements:
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Master’s degree in Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics, or similar.
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Minimum 5 years’ experience in optical system design and integration.
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Hands-on experience with precision alignment of optical and laser systems.
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Proficiency with optical simulation tools and test equipment (beam profilers, polarimeters, optical spectrum analysers, photodiodes).
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Excellent communication and collaborative skills.
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Desirable: imaging system design, laser beam modulation/distribution, CAD experience (SolidWorks preferred).
Benefits:
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Competitive salary up to £70,000
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Hybrid working (up to 2 days from home)
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Unlimited PTO
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Generous 10% pension contribution
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Cycle-to-work and technology schemes
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Incentive Stock Option Plan
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Private healthcare after probation
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