Optical Technician

Optical Technician Southampton £35,000 - £45,000

Our client is a rapidly growing advanced manufacturing company. The successful candidate will join an optics and electronics team, reporting to a technical team leader. Working in an applied production and research environment producing nonlinear optical devices for commercial sales, the role involves the assembly and characterisation of photonic chips, integrated modules, and other optical components and systems.

The Role:

+Work within an optics team to test and characterise photonic chips, and assemble integrated modules and other optical products.
+Assist with troubleshooting, problem resolution, and the development of laboratory equipment, fixtures, and facilities.
+Perform detailed optical analysis of new product ranges.

Key Skills and Experience:

+Degree educated or able to demonstrate equivalent experience in optics or a related field.
+A methodical approach to identifying and resolving issues in technical laboratory environments.
+Experience in photonic device measurement and characterisation.
+Experience using lasers or laser diodes.
+Experience with optical components such as fibres or waveguides.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing advanced technology organisation working at the cutting edge of innovation. You will contribute directly to the development and delivery of high-value products in a collaborative, hands-on environment.