Ultrafast Laser Systems Engineer

Solutions Driven; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology provider in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Laser Development Engineer to join their R&D team. The role involves designing, developing, and optimizing cutting-edge laser systems. You will conduct feasibility studies, build prototypes, troubleshoot issues, and work with a multi-disciplined team. Ideal candidates will have a PhD or equivalent experience in laser technology and strong skills in communication and collaboration. This is a full-time position offering significant professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• PhD in a laser-based area or equivalent experience in a laser development environment.
• Willingness to take responsibility for improvement actions.
• Excellent communication skills and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical feasibility studies for ultrashort pulsed fibre lasers.
• Build and qualify prototypes from feasibility studies.
• Troubleshoot performance issues in laser systems.

Skills

Technical feasibility studies

Prototyping

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Optics understanding

Practical laser system assembly

Test equipment use

Optical modelling software

Python programming

Education

PhD or equivalent in solid state or fibre laser area

Tools

Optical test equipment

Optical modelling software (Zemax)

Electrical test equipment

Job description

A leading technology provider in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Laser Development Engineer to join their R&D team. The role involves designing, developing, and optimizing cutting-edge laser systems. You will conduct feasibility studies, build prototypes, troubleshoot issues, and work with a multi-disciplined team. Ideal candidates will have a PhD or equivalent experience in laser technology and strong skills in communication and collaboration. This is a full-time position offering significant professional growth opportunities.