Senior Optical Systems Engineer - Metrology & Image Processing

Rise Technical Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing group seeks a Senior Technologist specializing in Optical Systems to lead developments in automatic inspection and measurement solutions. The role involves creating optical solutions, developing algorithms, and collaborating with production teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in optical systems, relevant industry experience, and software development skills. Offering competitive salary and excellent benefits, this position represents a prime opportunity to influence product quality and manufacturing performance across international operations.

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

• 5+ years' relevant experience in optical systems and metrology.
• Experience in software development like image processing and algorithm design.
• Strong hands-on lab skills and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Create and enhance automatic inspection systems from concept to implementation.
• Develop optical/measurement solutions and inspection software.
• Deliver and support systems across global manufacturing sites.
• Assess new technologies in inspection and process control.

Skills

Optical systems

Industrial metrology

Image processing

Algorithm design

C# or similar

Problem-solving

Project management

Education

2:1 degree or higher in a STEM subject

Job description

A global manufacturing group seeks a Senior Technologist specializing in Optical Systems to lead developments in automatic inspection and measurement solutions. The role involves creating optical solutions, developing algorithms, and collaborating with production teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in optical systems, relevant industry experience, and software development skills. Offering competitive salary and excellent benefits, this position represents a prime opportunity to influence product quality and manufacturing performance across international operations.