Optical Design Engineer

Optical Design Engineer

G&H St Asaph, North Wales

Competitive Salary on Offer plus benefits + Bonus

G&H is a world leader in optical designing, testing and manufacturing. As experts in the technology of light, G&H works with customers to provide optical systems, assemblies, and components for demanding applications. 

We have a vacancy for an Optical Design Engineer. The successful candidate would be working within an established multi-disciplinary team to develop designs for transmission and reflective optical systems. The company is actively involved in optics as diverse as military vehicle sighting systems (in the IR and LWIR bands), II Tube vision systems, SWIR band optics and ultra-high precision laser system optics. The role will focus on the design and development of products through the full product development lifecycle, from concept to manufacture, system integration and production. The company has a proven track record in the development of products for a range of applications across the visible, and infra-red wavelengths and as an established international organisation we can offer excellent opportunities for career progression. As part of a small, tightly-knit team the successful candidate can look forward to playing a pivotal and active role from the out-set whilst receiving mentorship and development from industry leading figures.

Responsibilities include; 

Optical design and simulation,

Lens design and lens data documentation,

Assembly process development,

Develop prototypes, and new product introduction,

Monte Carlo analysis

Practical test and measurement

Input to factory and type approval testing set-ups and design

Ideal candidates will have the following attributes; 

Degree 2:1 or better

Optical, Engineering or related Science degree,

Knowledge of optical component and optical system design,

Knowledge of Zemax optical design software

Results orientated

Strong attention to detail

Demonstrable problem solving skills

Positive, flexible approach to working with a ‘can do’ attitude 

Strong team ethic

As well as a competitive salary and training, company benefits include;

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension pays 6%

Company bonus scheme

Health Cash Plan