Laser Development Engineer | Southampton | Full Time
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£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:
* PhD in lasers or fibre optics preferred, or
* Bachelors/Masters degree in a laser xsngvjr engineering-related field with relevant industrial experience
Personal Attributes:
* Hands-on and creative with a strong problem-solving mindset
* Self-starter with drive, initiative, and focus
* Able to work methodically across multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams