Opto-Mechanical Product Design Engineer
The role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Opto-Mechanical Product Design Engineer to join our Engineering Team. This role will provide technical design expertise for opto-electronic product development, as well as supporting manufacture, new product introduction, and process optimisation.
Main responsibilities
Define, design and develop opto-electronic products and solutions for harsh environment applications, including high temperature
Mechanical model design (2D, 3D) and simulation including stress and thermal analysis
Mechanical design to define and develop optical fibre interconnect and coupling solutions; design and integration of custom product enclosures to achieve robust and hermetic packaging solutions
Mechanical design of various tools and jigging to support manufacture processes
Input to define product specifications, engineering packages and to assist in generating manufacture documentation and configuration
Assist in set up of prototype manufacture equipment and processes, including carrying out and overseeing first off trials and assembly
Education/qualifications
Degree qualified in a relevant engineering discipline
Experience
Strong opto-mechanical background and manufacture experience
Highly experienced user of 2D & 3D mechanical CAD and simulation for complex design and analysis
Product design and optimisation for volume manufacture
Good awareness of manufacture processes and equipment related to fibre products manufacture
Working knowledge of materials and technologies related to ceramic and thick film, MCM and PCB based solutions
Expert user in SolidWorks CAD or equivalent
High reliability microelectronics product design (preferably AS9100, MIL-PRF-38534)
Competencies
Microsoft Office tools
Possess a high degree of self-motivation
Successful history of building collaborative working relationships
Excellent project management abilities
Strong problem-solving skills
Creative approach for generating new ideas
Other requirements
Some travel may be required
SC clearance or ability to obtain
What we can offer you
Flexible working practices – we work a 9-day fortnight, offer flexitime, and work a half day Friday
25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with the option to buy up to 5 additional days
Health cash plan – cash back for everyday health expenses
Pension scheme with 6% employer contributions
Life assurance – 4 x annual salary
Reward and recognition platform
Discount platform – retail, leisure, gym discounts and more
Employee assistance programme with access to confidential counselling services
Support for further training and education
Relocation assistance up to £8,000 if you relocate to take up a position with us
About us
Spectrum Control is a global leader in managing and controlling the electromagnetic spectrum. We make the invisible electromagnetic spectrum visible and controllable with our industry-leading capabilities.
The work we do is important. Whether that’s developing solutions used in defence applications that help to protect the UK and partners, to supporting technology for next generation satellite communication, space exploration and deep well drilling, Spectrum Control makes a difference.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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We have an exciting opportunity for a Opto-Mechanical Product Design Engineer to join our Engineering Team. This role will provide technical design expertise for opto-electronic product development, as well as supporting manufacture, new product introduction, and process optimisation.
Main responsibilities
Define, design and develop opto-electronic products and solutions for harsh environment applications, including high temperature
Mechanical model design (2D, 3D) and simulation including stress and thermal analysis
Mechanical design to define and develop optical fibre interconnect and coupling solutions; design and integration of custom product enclosures to achieve robust and hermetic packaging solutions
Mechanical design of various tools and jigging to support manufacture processes
Input to define product specifications, engineering packages and to assist in generating manufacture documentation and configuration
Assist in set up of prototype manufacture equipment and processes, including carrying out and overseeing first off trials and assembly
Education/qualifications
Degree qualified in a relevant engineering discipline
Experience
Strong opto-mechanical background and manufacture experience
Highly experienced user of 2D & 3D mechanical CAD and simulation for complex design and analysis
Product design and optimisation for volume manufacture
Good awareness of manufacture processes and equipment related to fibre products manufacture
Working knowledge of materials and technologies related to ceramic and thick film, MCM and PCB based solutions
Expert user in SolidWorks CAD or equivalent
High reliability microelectronics product design (preferably AS9100, MIL-PRF-38534)
Competencies
Microsoft Office tools
Possess a high degree of self-motivation
Successful history of building collaborative working relationships
Excellent project management abilities
Strong problem-solving skills
Creative approach for generating new ideas
Other requirements
Some travel may be required
SC clearance or ability to obtain
What we can offer you
Flexible working practices – we work a 9-day fortnight, offer flexitime, and work a half day Friday
25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with the option to buy up to 5 additional days
Health cash plan – cash back for everyday health expenses
Pension scheme with 6% employer contributions
Life assurance – 4 x annual salary
Reward and recognition platform
Discount platform – retail, leisure, gym discounts and more
Employee assistance programme with access to confidential counselling services
Support for further training and education
Relocation assistance up to £8,000 if you relocate to take up a position with us
About us
Spectrum Control is a global leader in managing and controlling the electromagnetic spectrum. We make the invisible electromagnetic spectrum visible and controllable with our industry-leading capabilities.
The work we do is important. Whether that’s developing solutions used in defence applications that help to protect the UK and partners, to supporting technology for next generation satellite communication, space exploration and deep well drilling, Spectrum Control makes a difference.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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