R&D Engineer / Physicist (Laser processing)

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 March 2026
LOCATION
Oxfordshire
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£50,000 / year
CATEGORY
Manufacturing
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SKILLS

Laser applications development Optical systems Ray tracing analysis Machine vision Laser micromachining Photonics

FULL DESCRIPTION

R&D Engineer / Physicist (Laser processing)

Location: Oxfordshire. Salary: £30k - £50k (depending on experience)

Reference: 714166. Consultant: Adam Mayne.

A fantastic opportunity for an Applied Laser / Photonics / Optical Physicist graduate or Research Engineer has arisen at an Oxfordshire-based leading R&D company whose innovative laser micromachining technology is internationally recognised as a market leader. This role is open to a recent Physicist / Lasers / Optics / Photonics graduate who enjoys hands-on engineering work with lasers / photonics / optical systems, and is looking for an opportunity to learn and grow their career in Laser application engineering, or an R&D Engineer with a background in micromachining / laser processing looking for a new challenge.

You will join a world class team working with state-of-the-art laser systems providing bespoke laser micromachining services and solutions for clients world-wide.

The company is growing strongly, making this an excellent opportunity to join a thriving organisation offering a supportive work environment, career development opportunities and of course an attractive remuneration package.

Requirements:

  • BSc degree or higher in Lasers, Photonics, Optical Engineering, Physics, Engineering or similar qualification plus equivalent practical experience. (A Laser related postgrad qualification would be a distinct advantage)
  • Practical and hands-on experience with laser applications development
  • Experience with high-speed, high power laser processing beneficial

Knowledge of the following would be highly beneficial:

  • Optical systems
  • Ray tracing analysis (ZEMAX or equivalent),
  • Alignment, machine vision for OEM integration
  • Precision laser micromachining

Interested or know someone who might be? If so, get in contact with Adam Mayne at [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] Ltd on [contact hidden] or [contact hidden]

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