Hamamatsu Photonics A/S
Student - Engineering Summer Placement
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Innovation is in our DNA. We invented supercontinuum lasers and photonic crystal fibers and we constantly reimagine how our products can be used and improved. Our customers use our products in medical and life science research, quantum computing and space exploration.
We seek curious, creative and collaborative people to work in our cutting-edge company. Can you see yourself working in teams and providing solutions for innovators?
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OPTICAL STUDENT ENGINEER
Job Overview
Support in the development and manufacture of prototype laser systems and equipment. Ensures communication with related areas of the business.
Primary Responsibilities
- Working within a multi-disciplinary team, support the engineering team in the development, assembly and test of custom laser products and prototypes.
- Design and run experiments and feasibility studies to address issues or improve performance.
- Document results and communicate these findings to wider group.
- With support from your manager, be able to troubleshoot, solve issues and suggest and implement design improvements within tight deadlines.
- Report on status and development on projects to other areas of the business.
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KEY INTERACTIONS
- Engineering team
- Production
LEADERSHIP EXPECTATIONS
- Contributes within the team.
- Managing own goals, objectives and KPIs.
- Raises issues professionally to ensuring cross collaboration, deadlines are met and process improvements are achieved.
Qualifications Required
- A-levels in maths or science.
- Studying for an undergraduate degree in science or engineering.
Skills & Knowledge Required
- Excellent data analysis and problem solving skills.
- High level of attention to detail and commitment to quality and reliability.
- Excellent team player with practical and methodical working practices.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word and Powerpoint.
- Strong organisational skills and able to work on multiple concurrent activities.
- Willing to gain hands on lab experience in a high tech industry.
Experience Required
- Knowledge of the physics of laser technology or optics would be an advantage.
TRAVEL EXPECTATIONS
- None
Additional Requirements
- None
DISCLAIMER
This Job Description describes the primary job requirements and the level of activity, responsibility and skill the Job Holder is expected to meet. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of requirements and as such it is expected that any reasonable request by Management to carry out activities within a similar scope and level to this role will be performed by the Job Holder.
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