Photonics Test Development Engineer / Optoelectronics Engineer (Permanent)

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Photonics Test Development Engineer / Optoelectronics Engineer

Excellent opportunity with a leading developer of the optical fibre technology, looking for a Photonics Test Development Engineer to join the team. You will be

Designing, developing and implementing test stations for modular and full system testing of distributed fibre sensing products

Creating and maintaining test procedures and documentation to support product releases

Performing product testing, troubleshooting and performance verification

Liaising with design team to support service and repair

Ensuring continuous improvement and maintenance of production test stations

Supporting various production duties when necessary

Frequent use of the IT system

Adhering to Company's and clients' HSE requirements and local legislation at all times and actively promote safe work practices.

Candidates for this Photonics Test Development Engineer role should have a strong background in physics or engineering and preferably relevant industry experience in photonics/optoelectronics. This is a hands-on position and you will be responsible for leading and implementing product testing on advanced optical sensing instruments in a high tech environment. .

A degree level in Physics, Optoelectronics or Photonics is required, candidates with a PhD in Physics, Optoelectronics or Photonics will be consdiered especially if their research has included testing and verification for optoelectronic systems.

Good background in photonics/optoelectronics (fibre optics, optical detectors, semiconductor lasers, optical amplifiers)

Knowledge on fibre optic distributed sensing technology is preferred

Experience in product testing in manufacturing environment would be advantageous

Experience in using electrical and optical test instruments

Experience in LabView would be advantageous

Proven fault finding and troubleshooting ability

Good interpersonal & organisational skills

Photonics Test Development Engineer / Optoelectronics Engineer is with a market leading research and development company based in Borehamwood. Easily commutable from Elstree, Watford and North London an attractive salary and benefits pacakge is on offer. All roles have an up to 20% Bonus, generous holiday allowance, medical and life assurance and flexible working hours.