Diamond Search Recruitment is thrilled to represent our client in recruiting for a Principal Photonics Engineer. Global leader in optical design, testing, and manufacturing, providing cutting-edge optical systems and components for demanding applications. We are seeking a Principal Photonics Engineer to join our dynamic team based in Devon.
The ideal candidate will possess a diverse skill set and work within the optics and fibre-optic R&D team. You will be a technical expert, with a comprehensive understanding of optical fibres and their properties, experienced with optical fibre fusion and tapering methods. Leading on the development of novel fibre-optic based products including high-reliability components and devices for the industrial, aerospace & defence (A&D) and bio-photonics market segments. You will be capable of working under your own initiative - a self-starter, able to progress projects and trouble-shoot problems with little supervision.
The role offers a wide variety of activity, from involvement in initial product concepts, product development and customer interaction. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary and cross-functional team developing new, cutting-edge products for applications in terrestrial and space-based optical communications, industrial sensing and biomedical imaging, which will continue to drive and deliver sustained revenue growth.

Your responsibilities will include:
*Design and develop world leading fibre-optic and photonic components and devices using appropriate design tools and experimental test
*Develop and enhance our fused fibre-optic coupler products
*Contribute to cohesive product development strategy which provides the site with the market offering to meet business growth objectives
*Work within a multidisciplinary team including mechanical and electronic design engineers as well as product engineers and technicians
*Active involvement in prototype builds - including operating fusion rigs, fibre-optic splicing, mechanical / electrical assembly and opto-electronic test
*Develop and execute test plans for functional and environmental qualification of components for high-reliability applications
*Support design modification and engineering changes to existing products
*Present results clearly and concisely for both internal and external customers
*Deliver projects to plan and within budget constraints

Your skills, attributes and qualifications will include:
*Degree in Engineering or Physics, PhD in relevant area preferred
*Comprehensive understanding of optical fibres and their properties, including single-mode SM, PM, MM, PCF, Multi-Core
*Experience in glass processing techniques e.g. fibre optic tapering and fusion processes
*Knowledge and experience in fibre-optics, photonics and associated materials properties.
*Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyse complex technical and materials challenges
*In depth knowledge of optical testing equipment and processes in relation to optical fibres.
*Knowledge of reliability issues associated optical fibre and components, including understanding of proof testing, harsh condition aging, crack growth etc. and familiarity with wear-out modelling, FIT rates
*Ability to devise engineering process techniques aimed at high yield, reliability and performance requirements
*Well organised, with the ability to hit tight deadlines, while maintaining attention to detail
*Driven, self-motived and autonomous with a ’Can-do’ attitude
*Must be able to communicate at all levels both written and oral

For a confidential discussion please contact us today! Diamond Search Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy.