and process specifications in detail Identify opportunities to optimise or even develop materials, tools, and processes for scaling towards mass manufacturing Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong theoretical understanding of plasma physics and chemistry related to dry etching Knowledge of both standard and novel materials for photonic applications along with a deep understanding of advanced nanofabrication processes and integrating them in a … prioritise duties, work autonomously, and feed into a larger roadmap A basic understanding of the fundamentals and operating principles of optics and photonics devices Minimum Qualifications: PhD in electronics, physics, nanotechnology, or a similar discipline with 3+ years of relevant postdoc or industry experience Proficiency in operating and maintaining plasma etch equipment (e.g., ICP-RIE, RIE systems) Experience with process More ❯
and process specifications in detail Identify opportunities to optimise or even develop materials, tools, and processes for scaling towards mass manufacturing Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong theoretical understanding of plasma physics and chemistry related to dry etching Knowledge of both standard and novel materials for photonic applications along with a deep understanding of advanced nanofabrication processes and integrating them in a … prioritise duties, work autonomously, and feed into a larger roadmap A basic understanding of the fundamentals and operating principles of optics and photonics devices Minimum Qualifications: PhD in electronics, physics, nanotechnology, or a similar discipline with 3+ years of relevant postdoc or industry experience Proficiency in operating and maintaining plasma etch equipment (e.g., ICP-RIE, RIE systems) Experience with process More ❯
company that places technical excellence, product reliability, and end-user impact at the heart of its work. Why This Role is Great Lead cross-disciplinary R&D projects spanning physics, chemistry, engineering, and software with varied, rewarding challenges Shape the development of complex instrumentation and precision technologies used globally in scientific environments Work closely with end users to understand real … thinking and hands-on experimentation. You might have: A strong background in physical sciences or engineering, with practical knowledge of topics like fluid systems, heat transfer, materials, or applied physics Experience leading technical research projects, ideally involving complex products, systems, or instruments Familiarity with data analysis, experimental design, and simulation tools Competence in technical computing tools or coding environments such More ❯
procedures. Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including test plans, procedures, data analysis reports, and process control records. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related Engineering field. 3+ years of hands-on experience in optical testing, with a focus on waveguides or similar optical components. Proficiency in statistical data analysis More ❯
influence decision-making on the UK STEP and EUROfusion EU-DEMO design programmes. The PPMI focuses on high-level integrated modelling of feasible fusion power plant designs, using reduced physics and engineering models to explore and optimise various reactor designs for key metrics. The role of Research Software Engineer is to develop and support the modelling capabilities for the PPMI … and providing expertise, advice, and training. The Research Software Engineer will shape the tools used while gaining a holistic view of the interdisciplinary challenges faced in this highly integrated physics and engineering project. What will you be responsible for? Developing PPMI software as part of the UKAEA technology programme. Contributing to the PPMI software team through shared planning, problem solving More ❯
to collaborate with other engineers and cross-functional partners Experience of practical optical experiments Track record of delivering research projects with significant risk Minimum Qualifications: PhD in Photonics, Optics, Physics, Near-eye Displays or related field 6+ years experience, inclusive of PhD, working in a related field Preferred Qualifications: Experience with diffractive waveguide near-eye display design Understanding of metasurface More ❯
STEP and EUROfusion EU-DEMO design programmes. The PPMI focuses on high-level integrated modelling of feasible fusion power plant designs, and the PROCESS and BLUEMIRA codes use reduced physics and engineering models to explore various reactor designs and optimise them for key metrics. The role of Research Software Engineer is to develop and support the modelling capability for the … and training. The Research Software Engineer will be able to shape the tools being used whilst gaining a holistic view of the interdisciplinary challenges faced in a highly integrated physics and engineering project. What will you be responsible for? Developing PPMI software as part of the technology programme at UKAEA. Contributing to the PPMI software team by participating in shared More ❯
