Precision Engineering & Advanced Optics Company | Vacuum Engineer | Bexhill-on-Sea | £30K + bonus
About the Company:
Our partner is a UK-based manufacturer at the forefront of precision engineering, specialising in ultra-high vacuum optics, thin film coatings, and scientific components for demanding applications. Supplying to leading research institutes, universities, and OEMs across the globe, they combine technical excellence with innovative design to deliver custom-engineered solutions from their advanced, cleanroom-equipped facility.
About the Role:
They are seeking an experienced Vacuum Engineer to join their team in improving existing processes, implementing new ones, and resolving technical issues in their cleanroom manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will be a problem-solver with a technical background, eager to enhance efficiency and quality while developing 3D CAD skills.
Responsibilities:
* Development of existing processes and process control to improve efficiency and quality.
* Implementation and training of new processes for production staff.
* Resolving of technical issues for production as they arise.
* Upgrading of equipment to improve efficiency and quality.
* Carrying out development trials, prototype manufacture and testing.
* Billing and routing of new and non-standard products.
* Producing and updating technical drawings in Solid Works.
Requirements:
* Experience in a manufacturing environment, especially one dealing with high vacuum (UHV/XHV) systems, is highly desirable.
* Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Physics etc.
* Proven experience in developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and quality.
* Experience in diagnosing and resolving technical issues in a production setting.
Compensation and Benefits:
* Salary commensurate with experience + bonus.
* Comprehensive training and development support.
* Work on cutting-edge engineering challenges and bespoke customer projects.
* Collaborative and supportive team environment in a high-spec facility.