Optical Test Engineer​/Technician

Position: Optical Test Engineer/Technician (Permanent)
Location: Hedge End

This is a key hands-on role where your work will have a direct impact on the development of new and innovative laser technologies. As an Optical Test and Validation Engineer, you’ll play a vital part in ensuring that components and systems meet the highest performance standards to support the advancement of next-generation fibre laser products.

Working within a modern laboratory environment, you’ll test and validate critical optical components, troubleshoot technical issues, and help maintain the reliability and precision of advanced laser systems. The role involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to analyse test data, document results, and configure new components for production use.

Full training is provided in fibre handling and optical testing, with a clear pathway for professional development within optics and laser engineering.

Key Responsibilities
Test, validate, and document vendor-supplied optical and electronic components
Support troubleshooting and performance improvement across development stages
Configure and verify new components within laser systems
Collaborate with engineering teams to analyse test data and resolve technical issues

About You
Hands-on experience in a lab or R&D environment, ideally in optics, photonics, or electronics
Confident using power meters, optical scopes, and other test instruments
Practical, detail-oriented, and proactive approach to problem-solving

Experience with lasers or fibre optics is an advantage but not essential

This is an excellent opportunity for a technician or engineer who thrives in a practical lab environment and wants to contribute directly to cutting-edge optical and photonics innovation