Physicist

ZipRecruiter; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading R&D company in Oxfordshire offers a fantastic opportunity for a recent Applied Laser/Photonics graduate or an experienced R&D Engineer. This role involves hands-on engineering with state-of-the-art laser systems, providing micromachining services. Ideal candidates will have a strong academic background in related fields and practical laser application experience, with excellent career development opportunities in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Attractive remuneration package

Qualifications

• BSc in related field; postgraduate in laser preferable.
• Hands-on experience required with laser applications.

Responsibilities

• Work with innovative laser micromachining technology.
• Provide bespoke laser micromachining services and solutions.

Skills

Practical experience with laser applications

Hands-on engineering skills

Knowledge of optical systems

Ray tracing analysis

Alignment, machine vision

Precision laser micromachining

Education

BSc degree or higher in Lasers, Photonics, Physics, Engineering

Job description

Job Description

R&D Engineer / Physicist (Laser processing) Oxfordshire

£30k-£50k (dep on exp)

A fantastic opportunity for an Applied Laser / Photonics / Optical Physicist graduate or Research Engineer has arisen at an Oxfordshire based leading R&D company whose innovative laser micromachining technology is internationally recognised as a market leader.

This role is open to a recent Physicist / Lasers / Optics / Photonics graduate who enjoys hands-on engineering work with lasers / photonics / optical systems, and is looking for an opportunity to learn and grow their career in Laser application engineering, or an R&D Engineer with a background in micromachining / laser processing looking for a new challenge.

You will join a world class team working with state-of-the-art laser systems providing bespoke laser micromachining services and solutions for clients world-wide.

The company is growing strongly, making this an excellent opportunity to join a thriving organisation offering a supportive work environment, career development opportunities and of course an attractive renumeration package.

Requirements:

• BSc degree or higher in Lasers, Photonics, Optical Engineering, Physics, Engineering or similar qualification plus equivalent practical experience. (A Laser related postgrad qualification would be a distinct advantage)
• Practical and hands-on experience with laser applications development
• Experience with high-speed, high power laser processing beneficial

Knowledge of the following would be highly beneficial:

• Optical systems
• Ray tracing analysis (ZEMAX or equivalent),
• Alignment, machine vision for OEM integration
• Precision laser micromachining

Interest or know someone who might be?

If so, get in contact with Adam Mayne at Vector Recruitment Ltd on 01234 823373 or [e-mail]

Job/vacancy location:Oxfordshire.