Laser Applications Engineer – Micromachining & Optics Expert

Mars; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Group Personal Pension

Private Medical Scheme (BUPA)

Permanent health insurance and death‑&

Childcare Voucher Scheme

Job summary

MARS Recruitment is seeking a Laser Applications Engineer based in Didcot. The role focuses on developing laser micromachining processes for customers and running production work on advanced laser systems.

You will work with UV to IR wavelengths and femtosecond to nanosecond pulse capabilities, joining a high-performing laboratory team. The ideal candidate has a relevant degree with practical laser experience and strong IT skills, with industrial experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree or MSc in Lasers/Optical Engineering, Physics, or Engineering
• Practical laser applications experience preferred
• Knowledge of laser micromachining and optical systems is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Develop laser micromachining processes for customers
• Run production work with laser systems
• Work with state-of-the-art laser equipment across UV to IR
• Collaborate with Laboratory team on projects

Skills

Laser micromachining

Industrial experience

Lab skills

Programming basics

Metrology

Education

Laser/Optical/Physics/Engineering degree

Tools

Machine control software

Programming

SEM/Metrology equipment

Optical instrumentation

Job description

MARS Recruitment is seeking a Laser Applications Engineer based in Didcot. The role focuses on developing laser micromachining processes for customers and running production work on advanced laser systems.

You will work with UV to IR wavelengths and femtosecond to nanosecond pulse capabilities, joining a high-performing laboratory team. The ideal candidate has a relevant degree with practical laser experience and strong IT skills, with industrial experience preferred.