Optical Materials Scientist

Sky; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Sky is seeking a Materials/Optics Engineer to join their innovative team. In this role, you will assist in designing and testing optical systems, focusing on sustainability and quality. Ideal candidates have a strong educational background, are proficient in optical simulation tools, and thrive in collaborative environments. This position offers a pathway to contribute to exciting product developments.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus

Sky Q for the TV you love

Discounted mobile and broadband

Qualifications

• Degree in Physics/Materials/Optics or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in optical simulation software.
• Hands-on approach and theoretical understanding of optical phenomena.

Responsibilities

• Support design and testing of new optical systems.
• Conduct materials research for sustainability in product development.
• Collaborate with suppliers for materials selection.

Skills

Optical simulation

Materials research

Team collaboration

Education

Degree or Master’s in Physics/Materials/Optics

Tools

Ansys SPEOS

Zemax

Lumerical

Job description

Want to do the best work of your life? With 24 million customers in 7 countries, make your mark at Europe’s leading media and entertainment brand. A workplace where you can proudly be yourself; our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work.

As a Materials/Optics Engineer, your main focus will be to support the lead engineers of the project or research teams. You may assist in designing new products by drawing up 3D models, optical / materials simulations, new optical systems or material testing, more sustainable materials selection, testing new firmware implementation, and automated test software scripting. No matter what you shine at you will be immersed in a diverse team of engineers helping you focus on what you do best whilst contributing to deliver new and exciting products.

Do you want to help invent the technology your friends and family use? Our products are in more than one in every two homes in the UK, and you are sure to have used them. To be part of our team you should possess a can-do attitude and have the desire to contribute into this very dynamic and fast moving market sector. You will have the opportunity to contribute to research projects which could influence the direction of future product design and technologies used in our products. You will be a team member who will work well with others and benefit from the collaborative environment, helping you learn and grow quickly in your early career.

What you'll do:

Depending on your background, the key skills we will develop with you over your stay may include:

• New materials research, selection and testing to ensure sustainability and quality in product development.
• Optical simulation and design using the latest simulation and design software packages.
• Optics design, validation and test, with a particular focus on TV displays using our specially designed facilities.
• Liaising and collaboration with suppliers and research/manufacturing partners in materials selection, optical performance and sustainability of the final product.
• Learning to support mass production manufacture and design of production line test-automation.

What you'll bring:

• Degree or master’s in Physics/Materials/Optics or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in optical simulation software: Ansys SPEOS/Zemax/Lumerical
• Materials knowledge: DBEF, polarisers, QDfilms, reflectors, PMMA etc.
• Deep understanding of the nature and behaviour of the light through materials, lenses and special LED applications.
• Hands on approach and theoretical understanding of materials and optical physical phenomena.
• Curiosity and interest in R&D development.
• Capacity to work independently and within a diverse team.
• You can present out your work with confidence, you may not like it or even enjoy it, but you can do it, we will make you better through opportunity.

Group Product: We’re the team behind the famous Sky products line-up. From Sky Q to Sky Glass. From hardware and software to intricate design. Could you help us turn an idea into the next big thing? As a team, we’re collaborative, empowered and innovative – together, we’re proud that everyone’s favourite Sky products are #MadeByUs.

The Rewards:

There's a reason people can't stop talking about #LifeAtSky. Our great range of rewards really are something special, here are just a few:

• Extremely competitive salary and bonus
• Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place
• Discounted mobile and broadband

Where you'll work:

Our location takes some beating: a virtually brand-new office just a short walk from Brentwood station, which has regular trains to London Liverpool Street. If you find it easier to drive, there’s onsite parking available.

Inclusion:

Recognised as an ‘Inclusive Top 50 Employer’ and a ‘Times Top 50 Employer for Women’, we’re working hard to ensure we’re a truly inclusive place to work. This means we don’t just look at your CV. We’re more focused on who you are and the potential you’ll bring to Sky. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to support you as much as we can with flexible working hours.

And we'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

Why wait?

Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can’t wait to hear from you.

To find out more about working with us, search #LifeAtSky on social media.

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Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.

About the company

Sky News is a British English language free-to-air television news channel and organisation.

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