Lead Laser Applications Engineer: Optical Innovator

IC Resources; Oxford; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

IC Resources is seeking a Lead Laser Applications Engineer to lead the development and delivery of laser-based manufacturing processes on customer and R&D projects. This is an onsite role in the UK with occasional travel for customer meetings or site visits.

You will spearhead R&D and customer programs, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and ensure high-quality technical delivery while developing innovative laser solutions for materials processing.

Qualifications

• Degree or extensive experience in Physics, Materials Science, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years' engineering experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership position.
• Proven experience designing, developing or implementing lasers and optical systems.
• Strong knowledge of laser materials processing.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience leading technical teams and coordinating multidisciplinary engineering activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong reporting and technical documentation capabilities.
• Ability to identify and implement improvements to process efficiency.
• Master's degree or PhD, in Physics/Material Science, or related field.
• Knowledge of the electronics and/or photovoltaic industries.
• Experience working directly with customers on technical development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and prioritise R&D and customer application projects.
• Manage project schedules, resources and progress, reporting to management.
• Translate customer requirements into effective laser processing solutions.
• Develop and optimise laser and optical processes for materials processing.
• Analyse results and produce technical reports and documentation.
• Provide technical support to the sales team, and participate in customer presentations.
• Work with electrical, mechanical and software teams to optimise machine designs.
• Commission laser processes on customer machines and support acceptance testing.
• Lead testing, validation and resolution of technical issues.
• Ensure processes meet relevant quality and industry standards.

Skills

Laser systems design

Project management

Leadership

Customer interaction

Analytical skills

Education

Master's or PhD in Physics/Materials Science or related field

Job description

IC Resources is seeking a Lead Laser Applications Engineer to lead the development and delivery of laser-based manufacturing processes on customer and R&D projects. This is an onsite role in the UK with occasional travel for customer meetings or site visits.

You will spearhead R&D and customer programs, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and ensure high-quality technical delivery while developing innovative laser solutions for materials processing.