LumOptica
Optical/Senior Optical Research Engineer
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About LumOptica LumOptica is a growing laser and optical technology company. We work with some of the largest technology companies in the world and the UK MOD as well as running exciting in-house innovation projects. We firmly believe light can and will be used to make the world a safer and better place and we’re looking for people to join us on our mission.
The Role This is a multi-faceted role. You will be involved in all aspects of R&D and design: developing solutions to meet our clients’ challenges, preparing proposals, planning and conducting experimental campaigns and providing results in written and verbal form. You will be a self-starter, able to work effectively in a team and with customers. An eagerness and ability to learn is essential. In return, you will be acquiring new skills, working on the latest developments in laser technology and have the real opportunity to make the world better and safer. Whether you have only a few years’ experience or many more, please get in touch!
Salary: £40k-£56k.
Experience Essential: Practical experience and understanding of optical engineering and/or lasers Excellent analytical skills with an eye for detail and accuracy Ability to interpret detailed technical information and convey to colleagues and stakeholders Ability to multi-task Work well within a team and interfacing with customers Degree in relevant discipline Eligible to obtain UK security clearance (and applicants must be UK Nationals)
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Desirable: Defence industrial experience Laser directed energy experience PhD in relevant field Optical design experience in Zemax OpticStudio Data acquisition and analytics Programming experience in Python, COMSOL, LabVIEW
(Note that it is not necessary to have all of the desirable requirements above)
How we Work Transparency is integral to the way in which we communicate both internally and externally and this is evident in the way we manage our quarterly business reviews to the entire team and our monthly 121 and annual/mid-year progress reviews.
Thoughtfulness is important in building strong relationships with our team, customers and partners and this means that we look out for each other and treat each other with kindness and respect.
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We highly value integrity, and we strive to always do the right thing and to deliver what we say we will so that our clients and partners know they can rely on us. One of the ways that we ensure excellence is to invest in our people to ensure that they have the training and development that they need. In recognition of excellence, we offer a competitive salary and benefit package which includes a discretionary annual bonus. We are committed to continuing professional development and provide support in obtaining chartered status and the opportunity to attend and present at conferences.
We also offer the following benefits as part of the offer: Hybrid working (3 days on site, 2 days WFH) Flexible working hours Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Regular socials and fun “away-days” Cycle-to-Work Scheme Use of company pool e-bike for commuting/leisure
Please note: to be eligible for this role, you must either be a UK National or have been continuously resident in the UK for the last five years.
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