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 Torquay. 
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