At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and prototype cutting-edge optical hardware using SolidWorks and Zemax.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of optical engineering.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on experience, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with exciting projects and career advancement potential.
- Why this job: Turn your passion for optics into real-world applications and innovations.
- Qualifications: Experience with SolidWorks and a strong grasp of optics fundamentals.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.
Are you passionate about turning optical concepts into robust, manufacturable hardware? We’re looking for an Opto Mechanical Engineer to design, analyse, prototype, and integrate precision optical and photonic assemblies.
What you’ll be doing:
- Design precision mechanical components and assemblies for optical systems, including mounts, housings, brackets and alignment stages using SolidWorks.
- Use Zemax to model optical systems, assess tolerances and ensure mechanical designs meet optical performance requirements.
- Translate optical requirements into practical, manufacturable mechanical designs.
- Carry out tolerance stack-ups and assess the impact of manufacturing variation on optical alignment and performance.
- Build and test prototypes in a hands-on laboratory environment.
- Support fibre-to-chip and free-space optical alignment and integration.
- Investigate mechanical and thermal effects such as drift, deformation, stress and misalignment.
- Work closely with manufacturing teams and suppliers to ensure designs are suitable for production and assembly.
What we’re looking for:
- Hands-on experience with SolidWorks for mechanical design and drafting.
- Experience with Zemax or similar optical design and simulation software.
- Strong understanding of optics fundamentals, including alignment, tolerancing, focusing and beam propagation.
- Experience in opto-mechanical, mechanical or optical engineering, either professionally or through substantial project work.
- Experience with mechanical and optical tolerance analysis.
- Comfortable working hands-on with prototypes, laboratory equipment and manufacturing processes.
- A practical, methodical approach to problem solving and troubleshooting.
Apply today or contact Gemma for more information.
Opto Mechanical Engineer employer: Intellectual Capital Resources
Join a dynamic team where innovation meets collaboration, as we empower our Opto Mechanical Engineers to transform cutting-edge optical concepts into tangible products. Our supportive work culture fosters continuous learning and professional growth, with hands-on opportunities in a state-of-the-art laboratory environment. Located in a vibrant area, we offer competitive benefits and a unique chance to work closely with manufacturing teams, ensuring your designs are not only visionary but also manufacturable.
Contact Details:
Intellectual Capital Resources Recruitment Team
