Associate Photonics Engineer

Associate Photonics Engineer

Our Photonics team is seeking an Associate Photonics Engineer with knowledge of Optical and Photonic technology to join our growing department. The role involves developing innovative projects through collaborative R&D programmes and internal research initiatives. The engineer will perform design and testing activities across multiple projects.

The successful candidate will work as part of an integrated project team, collaborating closely with the Project Manager, Project Technical Authority, and Engineering team members. The position is primarily based at our Innovation Centre in Newport, Wales, with occasional travel to our Future Telecoms Hub in Bristol.

Team Focus Areas

• Quantum technologies
• Optical / Photonic design and packaging
• Testing and verification of optical and photonic devices at wafer / tile level
• High-speed optical communications testing
• Reliability testing

Training will be provided in these focus areas.

Key Responsibilities

1. Collaborate with the Project Manager and Technical Authority to deliver tasks aligned with project timelines and scope.
2. Prepare technical documentation, including test requirements, specifications, and plans, to demonstrate project progress.
3. Coordinate with suppliers to define technical specifications for materials, components, and test equipment within budget.
4. Conduct detailed design, testing, experimentation, analysis, and validation activities in CSA Catapult's labs.
5. Participate in technical risk assessments for projects.
6. Contribute to technical proposals and quotations as needed.