Optical Research and Development Engineer (Optoelectronic/Physics or Related Fields)

Duties:

· Collaborate closely with the parent company’s R&D team in China to understand existing optical products and use this knowledge to develop new designs and systems in the UK.

· Conduct advanced research on optics and optoelectronics technologies, including experiments and prototyping, to drive innovation.

· Develop complex algorithms and participate in programming tasks, including optical system control and signal processing.

· Act as a liaison between the UK and parent company teams, ensuring effective cross-border communication and alignment on technical goals.

· Evaluate system performance and reliability, preparing detailed technical reports to support UK patent applications for new products.

· Document technical specifications and system designs, integrating inputs from international teams to ensure accuracy and completeness.

· Share global expertise with the local team to foster knowledge transfer and team development.

Skill, experience and qualification required:

· Master’s degree or higher in Optics, Optoelectronics, Physics, or related fields.

· Proficiency in optical design tools such as ZEMAX or other relevant simulation software.

· Experience with programming languages relevant to optical engineering (e.g., Python, MATLAB, C++) preferred.

· Hands-on experience with optical systems or experimental setups is advantageous.

· Fluent in both English and Chinese, with excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with global teams.

· Experience working with Chinese teams and familiarity with cross-cultural communication.

Willingness to travel and adapt to international travel requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £53,500.00-£55,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person