Diamond Search Recruitment are delighted to be representing a new client of ours, a well-established, successful and proactive business operating within the engineering and manufacturing industry.

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Photonics Engineer in Devon. The ideal candidate will possess a diverse skill set and work within the optics and fibre-optic R&D team. As part of a global effort, you will take a lead on the development of novel fibre-optic based products.

Responsibilities:

* Design and develop world leading optical and photonic components, modules and sub-systems using appropriate design tools and software.

* Lead part of the team, responsible for objective setting and annual appraisals.

* Contribute to cohesive product development strategy which provides the site with the market offering to meet business growth objectives.

* Work within a multidisciplinary team including mechanical and electronic design engineers as well as Product engineers and technicians.

* Active involvement in prototype build - including fibre-optic splicing, mechanical / electrical assembly and opto-electronic test.

* Develop and execute test plans for functional and environmental verification of components and systems.

* Support design modification and engineering changes to existing products.

* Present results clearly and concisely for both internal and external customers.

* Deliver projects to plan and within budget constraints.

Requirements:

* Degree in Engineering or Physics.

* PhD in relevant area preferred.

* Knowledge and experience in fibre-optics, photonics and general optics.

* Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyse complex technical challenges.

* Well organised, with the ability to hit tight deadlines, while maintaining attention to detail.

* Experienced with design tools such as Zemax or equivalents.

Diamond Search Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy