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Principal Optical Engineer- JOB AVAILABLE IN DIDCOT, OXFORDSHIRE. An Oxfordshire based R&D organisation in the business of designing and developing electro-mechanical products for harsh environments are seeking a skilled Principal Optical Engineer to join their design team. This organisation have been around for over … years, serving high-quality sensor based product to aerospace, oil & gas, and various energy markets. As a Principal Optical Engineer, you will lead the development of optical sensing systems from concept definition, proof-of-concept to optimisation, verification and through to production. The ideal Principal Optical Engineer will have the following skills/experience: Strong experience and understanding of fibre optics, optical sensors or optoelectronics Taking products through full lifecycle Experience in Python and/or R programming languages Fluency in NI Labview code to control test equipment and acquire data Strong understanding more »

The selected candidate will work as part of the team responsible for design, prototyping and testing of optical systems for automotive lighting projects. Through training and experience gained, the role will develop to full responsibility for individual projects. Skills & Experience Required: Degree, HND level or equivalent qualification in Physics … or related Engineering course, combined with a wide-ranging interest in optical systems and applications. Familiarity with incoherent lighting system design and materials used in: Reflectors, Lenses and Filters Familiarity with Photometric and Radiometric system units and conversions. Understanding of colorimetric behaviour of components. Understanding of test methodologies for … optical systems. Understanding of ray-tracing methods for design and prediction of optical behaviour Knowledge of LED and filament source behaviours. Strong mathematical abilities. Good team working, communication and problem-solving skills. Good computer skills including Microsoft Office Experience of working alongside mechanical engineers to understand packaging and more »