Lead Optomechanical Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Optics / Opto-Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering team. You will design, develop, and integrate optical and photonic systems from a mechanical standpoint.

Requirements

• Design and develop the mechanical layouts and physical configurations for complex optical and photonics systems
• Provide expert guidance on the mechanical integration of passive and active photonics components
• Analyse and mitigate the effects of environmental factors, particularly thermal stress, on sensitive optical components and fibre assemblies
• Contribute to the full product lifecycle, from initial concept and design through to prototyping, testing, and production
• Apply principles of Design for Manufacture (DFM) to ensure new products can be efficiently and cost-effectively scaled for production
• Use CAD tools, such as SolidWorks, to create detailed engineering drawings and models
• Collaborate with the broader engineering team to troubleshoot design issues and identify opportunities for product improvement