Opto Mechanical Engineer

Are you passionate about turning optical concepts into robust, manufacturable hardware? We’re looking for an Opto Mechanical Engineer to design, analyse, prototype, and integrate precision optical and photonic assemblies. What You’ll Be Doing Design precision mechanical components and assemblies for optical systems, including mounts, housings, brackets and alignment stages using SolidWorksUse Zemax to model optical systems, assess tolerances and ensure mechanical designs meet optical performance requirementsTranslate optical requirements into practical, manufacturable mechanical designsCarry out tolerance stack-ups and assess the impact of manufacturing variation on optical alignment and performanceBuild and test prototypes in a hands-on laboratory environmentSupport fibre-to-chip and free-space optical alignment and integrationInvestigate mechanical and thermal effects such as drift, deformation, stress and misalignmentWork closely with manufacturing teams and suppliers to ensure designs are suitable for production and assembly What We’re Looking For Hands-on experience with SolidWorks for mechanical design and draftingExperience with Zemax or similar optical design and simulation softwareStrong understanding of optics fundamentals, including alignment, tolerancing, focusing and beam propagationExperience in opto-mechanical, mechanical or optical engineering, either professionally or through substantial project workExperience with mechanical and optical tolerance analysisComfortable working hands-on with prototypes, laboratory equipment and manufacturing processesA practical, methodical approach to problem solving and troubleshooting Apply today or contact Gemma for more information