Senior Optical Systems Engineer – Industrial Metrology

Rise Technical; Ormskirk; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing group is seeking a Senior Technologist - Optical Systems in Ormskirk. There you will create and enhance automatic inspection systems while developing advanced optical measurement solutions. The ideal candidate will have a 2:1 degree or higher in a STEM subject and over 5 years of relevant industry experience. An impressive benefits package includes a salary up to £55,000, holiday allowances, private healthcare, and numerous perks. This role involves collaboration with R&D teams and occasional international travel.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday

Bank Holidays

Bonus (up to 20%)

Private Healthcare

Pension

Holiday Salary Exchange

Cycle to Work Scheme

Onsite Parking & EV Charging

Onsite Canteen

Qualifications

• Strong background in optical systems, industrial metrology or precision measurement.
• Experience in developing inspection software, image processing, and algorithm design.
• Hands-on lab skills with problem-solving abilities and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Creating and enhancing automatic inspection systems from concept to implementation.
• Developing optical/measurement solutions, algorithms, and inspection software.
• Delivering and supporting inspection systems across global manufacturing sites.
• Assessing new technologies in inspection and contributing to continuous improvement.

Skills

Optical systems

Industrial metrology

Precision measurement

Software development

C# or similar languages

Communication skills

Project management

Education

2:1 degree or higher in a STEM subject

Job description

A global manufacturing group is seeking a Senior Technologist - Optical Systems in Ormskirk. There you will create and enhance automatic inspection systems while developing advanced optical measurement solutions. The ideal candidate will have a 2:1 degree or higher in a STEM subject and over 5 years of relevant industry experience. An impressive benefits package includes a salary up to £55,000, holiday allowances, private healthcare, and numerous perks. This role involves collaboration with R&D teams and occasional international travel.