Opto-electronics Engineer

Great Yarmouth

10 months ago

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Opto-electronics Engineer job available in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk.

A leading research and development organisation, based in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk are a seeking a bright and ambitious Opto-electronics Engineer to join their product development team. This company has over 1,500 employees and over 70 years in the industry. You will be working on highly reliable technology that plays a key part in keeping the world connected and protected.

Key responsibilities of the Opto-electronics Engineer job:

Support existing and new products in manufacturing
Analyse and design for optical performance, including use of optical and electrical simulation tools
Prototype assembly, testing, fault finding and optical alignment.
Support entire project lifecycle including support to qualification and verification activities.

Key Skills / Experience required for the Opto-electronics Engineer job:
A strong Electronics Engineering background with proven experience in electronics design
A practical understanding of microelectronics assembly
Experience in the Aerospace or similar industries would be advantageous
Willingness to be involved in all aspects of practical engineering, including assembly and test of prototypes hardware

Candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance.

This Opto-electronics Engineer job in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk will provide you with training and fantastic career development opportunities – as well as the option to do a 4 day working week

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