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Senior Optical Engineer

Job Posted: 13 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cambridge

Expire in: 14 days

Job Description

Senior Optical Design Engineer | Cambridge | Hybrid | Competitive salary + strong package

Are you an Optical Design Engineer with experience in Lens Design and Modelling? Do you want to work on the cutting edge of display technology with AR/VR applications? Do you have a desire to work in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment?

Then this might just be the role for you!

We are looking for an Optical Design Engineer with experience in lens design, birefringence, and optical modelling to join an established and experienced team directly contributing to the development of groundbreaking optical systems.

Role responsibilities:

Design and simulate advanced optical components using tools like Zemax, Lumerical, DIMOS, or Techwiz.
Perform hands-on optical experiments and metrology, including interferometry.
Analyse sample performance and feed back into new product designs.
Collaborate with R&D, engineering, and customer teams to drive innovation.
Support customer and partner engagements through technical meetings and site visits.
Skills, Qualifications & Experience:

MSc or higher in Physics, Mathematics, or a relevant Engineering discipline PhD would be preferable.
Excellent understanding of optical physics, birefringence, and polarisation.
Proficient in optical modelling tools (Zemax, Lumerical, DIMOS, Techwiz).
Experience with liquid crystals is a strong plus.
Ability to independently design and run interferometry experiments.
Some programming experience with Python or MATLAB is desirable.
Able to adapt and thrive in a dynamic, evolving environment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Comfortable working independently or as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
What’s in it for you?

Competitive salary
Hybrid working.
25 days annual leave + public holidays (increasing to 30 with length of service).
Pension.
Death in Service (4X salary).
Private medical insurance (family option available).
Health cash plan (optical, dental, chiropody, chiropractic and others).
Prescription safety glasses.
Official learning and development support.
Share incentive plan.
Cycle to work scheme.
Free onsite parking

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