Laser Applications Development Engineer - Eastleigh, Hampshire, United Kingdom - Vector Recruitment Ltd

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Laser Applications Development Engineer/Scientist
This highly successful technology company designs state-of-the-art laser systems and provides bespoke laser micromachining services for clients worldwide. They have a new role for an experienced Laser Applications Development Engineer/Scientist to join the Micromachining R&D department.

The Laser Applications Development Engineer will develop new laser micro-machining processes and techniques for a range of clients from diverse sectors including medical devices, consumer goods, automotive, semiconductors, and many more.

The company is experiencing strong growth, making this an excellent opportunity to join a thriving company offering a supportive work environment, career development opportunities, and an attractive remuneration package.

The Laser Applications Development Engineer/Scientist will be working on a new project for the business; using state-of-the-art laser systems on glass-glass and glass-metal micro-welding through glass vias, high aspect ratio zero kerf cutting/micro-drilling – thus experience in these areas is of distinct interest Any additional experience with wet laboratory techniques including chemical etching on glass would make you the perfect candidate As this is a new area for the business, there is a distinct opportunity for growth within the business
BSc degree or higher in Lasers/Optical Engineering, Physics, Engineering, or similar qualification plus equivalent practical experience. (A Laser related postgrad qualification would be a distinct advantage)
# Practical and hands-on experience with laser applications development
# Wet laboratory techniques including chemical etching of glass
# Optical systems design, ray tracing analysis (ZEMAX or equivalent), alignment, machine vision for OEM integration
Laser glass micro-welding characterization (shear/vibration/hermeticity testing, thermal cycling)