Laser Applications Engineer

Laser Applications Engineer | Didcot | £30,000pa - £41,000pa plus benefits: An amazing opportunity has arisen for a Lasers, Optical Engineering or Physics graduate or someone who has two plus years of industry experience, and a keen interest and passion for Lasers and Optical Engineering technology. Originally a University of Oxford spinout, our client has become a world-leader in the design and manufacture of complete laser micro-machining systems, subcontract laser micromachining and additional services. Due to growth within their Laser Applications team, they are looking to recruit a graduate Laser Applications Engineer with a couple of years experience. On a day-to-day basis the Laser Applications Engineer will join a high performing Laboratory team. In this varied role, you will be developing laser micromachining processes for customers as well as running production work for them. You will be working with our state-of-the-art laser systems which have wavelengths from the UV

to the IR and pulse durations of femtosecond, picosecond and nanosecond as well as advanced motion control systems. You will need to be a hands-on and highly skilled scientist. The successful Laser Applications Engineer will need the following experience and skills:Good degree or MSc in Lasers or Optical Engineering or Physics or Engineering or similar qualification plus equivalent practical experiencePractical laser applications, especially micromachining is advantageousSome knowledge of the following - Laser micro-machining - Integration and test of complex laser systems - Machine control software or programming - Materials science - Metrology, microscopes, SEMs etc - Optical systemsGood computer and IT skillsIndustrial experience preferred Our client is offering exceptional working environment with the following benefits:Competitive salary based on experience25 days holidayGroup Personal PensionPrivate Medical Scheme (BUPA)Permanent health insurance and death-in-service
benefit.Childcare Voucher Scheme If you're a graduate with a passion for Lasers or Optical Engineering, then please send MARS Recruitment a copy of your CV, you will not be disappointed by this amazing high-tech manufacturer. MARS Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and positively welcomes applications from suitably qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, sex, marital status, national origin, religion, age, disability, or any other protected status. Suitable candidates for the role will be contacted within 3 working days, unfortunately if you haven't heard back in this time your application has been unsuccessful at this time. MARS Recruitment is a specialist Engineering & IT recruiter working in partnership with companies across the UK and offers services of both an Employment Business (for Temporary/Contract roles) and an Employment Agency (for Permanent roles).