Senior Design​/Development Engineer – Gloucestershire

Senior Design / Development Engineer

Wotton under Edge

up to £45,000 depending on experience

Renishaw is a global leader in the design and development of inspection probe technology and metrology systems. Due to organisational growth we are recruiting a Senior Optical Design / Development Engineer to join the Encoder Products Division (EPD) at our HQ in Wotton‑under‑Edge.

As an Optical Design / Development Engineer at Renishaw, you’ll be involved in the engineering design of optical and electro‑mechanical products, including laser interferometer measurement systems and precision mechanical transducers used in sub‑micron dimensional measurements.

You’ll be given the chance to impart your knowledge and be part of a small team of engineers, interfacing with new product and manufacturing teams where necessary.

Our products and services are used in applications such as automotive, aerospace, military, and consumer electronics. We operate in an environment that promotes autonomy and creativity with people who can deliver quality within set timelines.

• Evolving and maintaining product system designs capable of measuring to sub‑micrometre resolution including precision optical, electronic and mechanical technology.
• Developing prototype testing and analysis of data to support the design.
• Investigating product performance issues and providing solutions within a timescale.
• Designing test systems and processes for use in manufacturing.
• Working closely with manufacturing engineers to ensure best practice for manufacture and assembly.

• A degree in physics or an engineering subject.
• Knowledge or experience in design and development of optical systems and assemblies.
• Problem solving and attention to detail skills.
• Ability to work as part of a multi‑disciplined team.
• Practical and theoretical approach to projects.
• A valid UK driving licence.

• A demonstrable interest or background in optical system design.
• Familiarity with MATLAB, LabVIEW, and/or Zemax.

• 9% non‑contributory pension.
• Discretionary annual bonus.
• Subsidised onsite restaurants and coffee shops.
• Free parking.
• Car sharing scheme.
• 24‑hour fitness centre.
• Hybrid working policy with flexibility to work from home or office.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Life Assurance policy at 12 times annual salary.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Enhanced maternity pay subject to qualifying criteria.
• Health Cash Plan.
• Employee Assistance Programme for employees and family.

Permanent

Full time

R9296 Senior Design / Development Engineer (Open)