Opto-Mechanical Design Engineer

Opto-Mechanical Design Engineer | Optical Systems | £50k - £70k + Bonus | Hybrid + Flexi Hours - Hampshire

I'm working with a pioneering manufacturer of advanced optical systems used in cutting-edge research and microscopy. They're looking to hire an Opto-Mechanical Design Engineer to join their R&D team – someone who enjoys solving complex engineering problems and wants to make a real-world impact through science and innovation.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative, purpose-driven R&D environment focused on sustainable technology.

What you’ll be doing:

• Developing optical components and devices

• Investigating how design choices affect real-world performance

• Collaborating with optical, mechanical, and electronics engineers

• Feeding back into system design and supporting manufacturing handover

• Getting hands-on with microscopes, sensors, thermal testing and more

What you’ll need:

• MSc (or PhD) in Physics or a related STEM discipline

• A passion for multidisciplinary science and product development

• Appreciation of geometrical optics and electronic systems

• Strong data analysis skills (Excel, VBA, Pivot Tables, database links)

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work independently and in a team

Bonus points if you have:

• Experience with microscopes or test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters)

• Optical design experience using Zemax

• Knowledge of product validation and lifetime testing

What’s on offer:

• £50,000 – £70,000 depending on experience

• Company-wide bonus scheme

• Flexible working hours & hybrid setup

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

• Private healthcare, life assurance, share scheme and more

If you're curious, analytical, and enjoy applying physics to real-world product design challenges, this could be the ideal role for you.

To find out more or to apply, please get in touch.