Optical Systems Engineer - Eyecare

TTP; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Optical Systems Engineer to develop transformative medical technologies. You will take ownership of optical system design and integration, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate has proven experience in optical system design from concept to manufacture and excellent communication skills. This role offers competitive benefits including an annual bonus, share rewards, and flexibility in work arrangements.

Benefits

Annual profit-related bonus

Virtual shares

10% employer pension contribution

Private medical insurance

Free onsite lunch

Life insurance

25 days annual holiday

Flexible return-to-work support

Electric car leasing

Cycle-to-work schemes

Interest-free season ticket loan

Local sports and cultural discounts

Comprehensive relocation support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in optical system design and build, from concept to manufacture.
• Experience in a multidisciplinary environment is necessary.
• Hands-on experience in regulated sectors, ideally medical devices, is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of optical system design and integration.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineers and human factors specialists.
• Contribute to system architectures and lead technical workstreams.

Skills

Optical system design

Prototyping

Testing

Communication

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

1st or 2:1 degree in physical science or engineering

Tools

Zemax

CODE-V

OSLO

FRED

Job description

Company Description

TTP is an employee-owned technology and product development consultancy with a 40-year track record of partnering with ambitious clients to solve complex challenges and bring innovative, commercially successful solutions to market.

We invent, design, and develop impactful products and technologies across industries - from healthcare and life science to energy and communications - working at the intersection of engineering, physical science, and biology.

Our culture encourages entrepreneurship, shared ideas, and technical collaboration, while giving you the freedom to do your best work.

Job Description

As an experienced Optical Systems Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in our Eyecare team within the Health Tech business unit - developing transformative medical technologies that improve vision and ocular health.

From blank sheet to manufacture, you will take ownership of optical system design and integration, working at the cutting edge of innovation. Your work will span simulation, prototyping, testing, and design for manufacture - all while balancing technical, regulatory, and commercial considerations.

You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams - including physicists, electronics and mechanical engineers, software developers, and human factors specialists - and work with clients ranging from dynamic start-ups to global medtech and pharma companies.

While your core expertise lies in optical systems, your role will be diverse: contributing to system architectures, leading technical workstreams, and engaging directly with clients and suppliers to ensure successful outcomes. You will also have opportunities to apply your skills beyond Eyecare, contributing to projects across TTP's wider Health Tech and multi-sector portfolio.

Qualifications

We're seeking a technically brilliant and creative problem-solver who thrives in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment.

You will have:

• Proven experience in optical system design and build, from concept to manufacture.
• Proven experience working in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Strong skills in architecting, prototyping, and testing, with proficiency in an optical design tool (e.g. Zemax, CODE-V, OSLO, FRED), including tolerancing and thermal analyses.
• Hands-on experience in regulated sectors, ideally medical devices, is desirable.
• A strong academic background - a 1st or 2:1 degree in a physical science or engineering discipline; a PhD or equivalent industry experience is welcome.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, colleagues, and suppliers.

You will also be:

• Intellectually curious, adaptable, and proactive.
• Commercially minded, able to spot opportunities and build trusted relationships.
• A collaborative team member who enjoys mentoring and supporting others.
• Willing to travel for in-person meetings and client engagements.

Additional Information

Benefits

TTP operates from an award-winning campus in green surroundings in Melbourn, just south of Cambridge.

We offer a generous benefits package, including:

• Annual profit-related bonus
• Virtual shares that reward you with a stake in TTP Group's long-term success
• 10% employer pension contribution
• Private medical insurance (for you and your dependants)
• Free onsite lunch
• Life insurance (6 x salary)
• 25 days annual holiday
• Enhanced parental leave and flexible return-to-work support
• Electric car leasing and cycle-to-work schemes
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• Local sports and cultural discounts
• Comprehensive relocation support (if applicable)

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