Senior Optical Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative medical device company as a Senior Optical Design Engineer in London, where you'll lead the design and development of cutting-edge intraocular lenses. This full-time position offers the opportunity to apply your advanced optics knowledge to solve complex challenges and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. You'll drive product improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with medical device regulations. If you're passionate about making a real impact in vision care and ready for your next challenge, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with Zemax and MATLAB.
• Strong background in optical design principles and validation methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and testing of intraocular lenses and ophthalmic products.
• Collaborate with R&D and surgeons to develop innovative solutions.

Skills

Zemax

MATLAB

Optical Design Principles

Project Leadership

Education

Master’s or PhD in Physics

Job description

Job Description

Barrington James is recruiting for an experienced Senior Optical Design Engineer to join a pioneering medical device company at the forefront of ophthalmic innovation. This full-time role in London, UK, offers the chance to work on next- intraocular lenses (IOLs) and drive advancements in vision care.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the design, development, and testing of intraocular lenses (IOLs) and ophthalmic products
• Apply advanced optics knowledge to solve complex design challenges
• Collaborate with R&D, surgeons, and research teams to develop innovative solutions
• Perform risk assessments and drive product improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with medical device regulations (ISO 13485, FDA, MDR)

What We’re Looking For:

• Master’s or PhD in Physics or related field
• 5+ years of Zemax & MATLAB experience
• Strong background in optical design principles & validation methods
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to lead projects & work autonomously

This is a unique opportunity to drive innovation in optical design and make a real impact on patient outcomes. If you’re ready for your next challenge, apply now or drop me a message for more details!