Optical Engineer

Opto-Mechanical Design Engineer | Optical Systems | £50k - £70k Bonus | Hybrid Flexi Hours - Hampshire I'm working with a pioneering manufacturer of advanced optical systems used in cutting-edge research and microscopy. They're on the lookout for an Opto-Mechanical Design Engineer to join their R&D team - someone who loves solving complex engineering problems and wants to make a real-world impact through science and innovation. This is a great opportunity to be part of a close-knit, purpose-driven R&D team working on sustainable technologies. What you’ll be doing: Developing optical components and devices Investigating how design choices affect real-world performance Collaborating with optical, mechanical, and electronics engineers Feeding back into system design and supporting manufacturing handover Getting hands-on with microscopes, sensors, thermal testing and more What you’ll need: MSc (or PhD) in Physics or similar STEM background A passion for multidisciplinary science and product development Appreciation of geometrical optics and electronic systems Strong data analysis skills (Excel, VBA, Pivot Tables, DB links) Great communicator with the drive to work both independently and in a team Bonus points if you have: Experience with microscopes or test equipment (oscilloscope, multimeter) Optical design using Zemax Knowledge of product validation and lifetime testing What’s on offer: £50,000 – £70,000 depending on experience Company-wide bonus scheme Flexible working hours & hybrid setup 25 days holiday bank holidays Private healthcare, life assurance, share scheme & more If you’re curious, analytical, and love applying physics to solve real-world engineering problems, this could be a great fit. Drop me a message or apply directly to find out more. PhysicsJobs Optics Microscopy LED EngineeringJobs ProductDevelopment R&D Sustainability STEMCareers Hiring

Location: Hampshire, UK, GB

Posted Date: 7/31/2025