Scientific Laser Engineer; Graduate & Senior

Scientific Laser Engineer (Graduate & Senior role)
Woking £28K - £40K per annum

Our client is seeking an ambitious and dedicated Scientific Laser Engineer to join their team. You will be responsible for a wide range of duties related to customer support and hands‑on work with the laser systems, both in the office and in the field at customer sites. Reporting to the Sales Manager you will:

• Work with the most prominent research groups in Quantum Technologies, understanding customer requirements and designing an integrated proposition that meets them best, outlining the relevant products and technical details relevant to their applications
• Preparing feasibility proposals and technical details
• Providing full support in technical discussions with university groups and researchers, in client proposals, quotations and tenders
• Preparing for and attending trade shows and conferences to link Quantum applications with the laser systems
• Visiting the most advanced Quantum research labs to assist with laser systems set up or product demonstrations
• Consult and collaborate with customers to solve their technical problems with lasers and solutions
• Assist the team with hands‑on support
• Build customer rapport, ensuring customer satisfaction
• Identify potential market and application opportunities
• Liaise with the production team to ensure timely delivery of orders

The ideal candidate will:

• For the senior role, have a minimum of 2 years experience within a similar role
• Have a degree in Physics (or PhD) with a focus on physics, photonics, lasers, Optica or similar
• Be highly motivated
• Have strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Be able to work within a structured working environment
• Have a strong working knowledge on Microsoft office
• Be flexible to travel to customer sites
• Be a quick learner

Working hours are Monday to Friday 8:30 - 17:30hrs.

In return our client offers 28 days holiday, company pension, company related bonus, Private Medical insurance, free parking, ongoing professional training.