Senior Optical Engineer

Senior Optical Engineer

Orion is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Optical Engineer on behalf of our client to join their dynamic engineering team. This senior-level position plays a vital role in enhancing our biometric products by leading end-to-end optical design, testing, and optimisation of imaging and illumination systems. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with cross-disciplinary teams and external suppliers to ensure our devices meet the highest standards of quality, performance, and reliability.

Responsibilities of the Senior Optical Engineer:

• Design, develop, and test optical imaging and illumination systems for biometric identification devices. 
• Analyse tolerances and specifications for production readiness. 
• Communicate with global customers and suppliers regarding technical specifications. 
• Identify, evaluate, and test commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) optical components. 
• Provide technical expertise and support for project planning and development. 
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and software teams on measurement methods, sensor selection, and optical design. 
• Prototype, test, and optimise optical designs, troubleshooting performance issues in manufacturing and testing environments.

Requirements of the Senior Optical Engineer:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in applied physics, Optical Design, or a related field (e.g., optics, mechanical engineering, precision mechanics). 
• Proven experience in optical design and testing.
• Strong knowledge of geometrical optics, optical sensors (CMOS, CCD), and optical design software Zemax (including macro language).
• Hands-on experience with optical breadboards, prototypes, and component testing. 
• Familiarity with semiconductor illumination sources such as LEDs and laser diodes. 
• Understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Testing (DFT). 
• Leadership skills, with the ability to guide other optical engineers and perform multidisciplinary tasks.

Benefits for the Senior Optical Engineer:

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Career progression.
• Possibility of hybrid work.
• Company pension.

If this Senior Optical Engineer position is of interest, please click Apply or get in touch with Steven at Orion.