Laser Development Engineer | Southampton | Full Time
£40-£50K
We are looking for a Laser Development Engineer to drive the optical development of next-generation fibre laser products. This hands-on role covers the full product development lifecycle, from concept and prototyping to verification, validation, and manufacturing transfer.
You will work within a multi-disciplinary team and play a key role in delivering innovative laser solutions to market.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop fibre lasers, prototypes, and evaluation systems in collaboration with technology and manufacturing teams
* Support verification, validation, and failure investigations for new products
* Create and maintain project documentation and support manufacturing transfers
* Report project progress to the development team
Required Experience:
* 35 years experience in laser technology/product development
* Hands-on experience in optical labs and a practical understanding of laser physics and components
* Experience working in cross-functional teams delivering NPI into manufacturing
Qualifications:
1. PhD in lasers or fibre optics preferred, or
2. Bachelors/Masters degree in a laser engineering-rela...