Fibre Optics R&D Engineer

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Collaborative team

Job summary

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd. is seeking a Development Engineer to join their R&D team in Cambridge.

You will design, test, and develop advanced fiber-optic components and systems, gaining hands-on experience in optical technologies and precision mechanical design within a fast-growing high-tech environment. You will work on end-to-end development projects, transfer to pilot lines, and generate technical documentation in accordance with quality standards.

Qualifications

• : 2+ years of fibre optic components experience.
• Hands-on lab experience with optical test equipment.
• Familiarity with mechanical design concepts and precision assembly.
• Basic understanding of electronics and system engineering.
• Ability to analyse experimental data and present clear conclusions.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Experience with report and technical documentation writing.

Responsibilities

• Manage development/engineering projects end-to-end with cross-functional teams.
• Develop new products and processes and transfer to manufacturing.
• Generate technical documentation and test reports in line with ISO standards.
• Conduct optical, mechanical, and environmental testing with industry equipment.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to optimize product performance and processes.
• Hands-on development and validation of fiber-optic components and assemblies.

Skills

Physics

Optics/Photonics

Mechanical Engineering

Fibre optic components

Optical principles

Lab testing

Mechanical design

Electronics basics

Data analysis

Problem solving

Documentation

Tools

Interferometers

Optical Power Mmeters

Pressure Testers

Job description

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd. is seeking a Development Engineer to join their R&D team in Cambridge.

You will design, test, and develop advanced fiber-optic components and systems, gaining hands-on experience in optical technologies and precision mechanical design within a fast-growing high-tech environment. You will work on end-to-end development projects, transfer to pilot lines, and generate technical documentation in accordance with quality standards.