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R&D Engineer / Physicist (Laser processing) Oxfordshire £30k-£37k (dep on exp) 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 renumeration 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 Interest or know someone who might be? If so, get in contact with Adam Mayne at Vector Recruitment Ltd on 01234 823373 or Job/vacancy location: Oxfordshire.

An optical technology company based in Oxfordshire is seeking an experienced Mechanisms Engineer to join its growing R&D team. The successful candidate will apply their expertise in micro-mechanisms to design and develop precision components for the company’s novel optical platform. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on, creative mechanical/mechanisms engineer to play a key role in the development of a next-generation adaptive lens technology set to transform the way we see the world. About the Company This company’s expertise sits at the intersection of ophthalmics and optics. They develop novel ophthalmic solutions for use across optical systems, AR/VR/XR, and machine vision applications. Recognised as trusted experts in adaptive lens technology, they partner with leading global consumer electronics and technology companies to develop new solutions that optimise how we see the world. The company has developed a novel adaptive lens system that has the potential to transform visual performance in modern AR/VR/XR technologies. This breakthrough has generated significant interest across the consumer technology sector. As a result, the company is now entering the next phase of its R&D programme, scaling its technical capabilities and seeking talented engineers to join the team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-growing technology company, contribute to cutting-edge R&D, and play a key role in the development of a new technology with global impact. Above all, it is an outstanding place to work, combining innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. The Role This is an exciting period of investment and growth. The company is scaling its team and facilities to support ambitious R&D activities and is seeking an experienced Miro-Mechanisms Engineer specialising in the design and development of micro-mechanisms (e.g. micro bearings, threads, gears, and linkages), on a watch level component scale (or smaller). You will play a key role in the development of the company’s novel lens system, contributing from early concept through to production. Key Responsibilities The Mechanisms Engineer will: • Design and develop micro-mechanisms for precision optical applications, • Integrate micro-mechanisms into the company’s optical systems, • Be hands on, designing, building and testing prototypes to support iterating designs., • Provide expertise in materials selection, • Advise on best-practice manufacturing techniques, • Liaise with suppliers for the provision and manufacture of mechanisms Requirements Education Essential • Proven experience taking product concepts through to production, including design iteration, refinement, and design for manufacturing and assembly (DFX) considerations, • Experience designing micro-mechanisms, • Solid understanding of:, • Injection moulding, • Micro-moulding, • Metal stamping and forming, • Metal injection moulding, • Vacuum forming, • Knowledge of common joining processes, including:, • Adhesive bonding, • Ultrasonic welding, • Radio-frequency welding, • Heat staking, • A flair for rapid concept generation and ideation, • Strong knowledge of materials and their properties, particularly polymers and metals, • Proficiency in CAD (essential), ideally SolidWorks, • Knowledge of, and ability to work to, ISO 13485 (medical device compliance), including documentation, standards adherence, and design-for-risk-management Desirable • Competence in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and proficient in undertaking and documenting tolerance analysis., • Experience or exposure to optics or opto-mechanical engineering, including alignment considerations, optical component mounting, or light-path constraints, • Practical experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and/or the ability to perform hand calculations, • Ability to translate product requirements into clear, complete engineering specifications, • Experience taking designs into pilot production and optimising them for scalable manufacture, • Knowledge of, and ability to work to, ISO 13485 (medical device compliance), including documentation, standards adherence, and design-for-risk-management

An optical technology company based in Oxfordshire is seeking an experienced Process Engineer with a strong background in process development to join its growing R&D team. The successful candidate will apply their expertise to validate, characterise, and scale manufacturing processes for the production of complex ophthalmic systems. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on, creative Process Engineer to play a key role in the development of a next-generation adaptive lens technology set to transform the way we see the world. About the Company This company’s expertise sits at the intersection of ophthalmics and optics. They develop novel ophthalmic solutions for use across optical systems, AR/VR/XR, and machine vision applications. Recognised as trusted experts in adaptive lens technology, they partner with leading global consumer electronics and technology companies to develop new solutions that optimise how we see the world. The company has developed a novel adaptive lens system that has the potential to transform visual performance in modern AR/VR/XR technologies. This breakthrough has generated significant interest across the consumer technology sector. As a result, the company is now entering the next phase of its R&D programme, scaling its technical capabilities and seeking talented engineers to join the team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-growing technology company, contribute to cutting-edge R&D, and play a key role in the development of a new technology with global impact. Above all, it is an outstanding place to work, combining innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. The Role This is an exciting period of investment and growth. The company is scaling its team and facilities to support ambitious R&D activities. A key investment is a brand-new cleanroom pilot manufacturing line, enabling the transition from laboratory-scale development to prototype production. This pilot line represents the first stage of the manufacturing strategy, with a clear roadmap toward high-volume manufacturing in the future. As a Process Engineer, you will join a newly formed Production Team responsible for transferring processes from the R&D laboratory into the pilot manufacturing environment. You will characterise, optimise, scale, and validate the R&D team’s unique ophthalmic production processes, ensuring they are robust, repeatable, and scalable. As this is a completely new optical system, the role requires a high degree of creativity, along with a proactive, hands-on engineering approach to developing novel and often complex production processes. Key Responsibilities The Process Engineer will: • Test and characterise manufacturing processes, • Failure root cause analysis, solve reoccurring failures within manufacturing processes, • Write and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), • Validate SOPs and associated manufacturing equipment, • Design jigs and fixtures to support manufacturing processes, • Specify, scope, and/or design equipment for scaled manufacturing Requirements Education Essential • Experience developing novel assembly or production processes, • Experience in production process validation, • Proven ability to write clear, concise SOPs, • Experience in identifying and solving problems in reliability and repeatability of manufacturing processes., • Knowledge of, and ability to work to, in a regulated industry), including documentation, standards adherence, and design-for-risk-management Desirable • Solid understanding of some of the following processes:, • Heat curing, • Optical-grade coating, • Volumetric and pressurised fluid dispensing, • Micro-moulding, • Knowledge of common polymer joining processes, including:, • Adhesive bonding, • Ultrasonic welding, • Radio-frequency welding, • Heat staking, • ISO 13485 (medical device compliance), • Experience in optical testing (ISO 8980), • Experience with automation of electro-pneumatic equipment and basic coding or control systems exposure

An optical technology company based in Oxfordshire is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in tooling and fixture design and development to join its growing R&D team. The successful candidate will apply their expertise to design and fabricate first-of-their-kind prototypes for the company’s novel optical platform. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on, creative Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFX) to play a key role in the development of a next-generation adaptive lens technology set to transform the way we see the world. About the Company This company’s expertise sits at the intersection of ophthalmics and optics. They develop novel ophthalmic solutions for use across optical systems, AR/VR/XR, and machine vision applications. Recognised as trusted experts in adaptive lens technology, they partner with leading global consumer electronics and technology companies to develop new solutions that optimise how we see the world. The company has developed a novel adaptive lens system that has the potential to transform visual performance in modern AR/VR/XR technologies. This breakthrough has generated significant interest across the consumer technology sector. As a result, the company is now entering the next phase of its R&D programme, scaling its technical capabilities and seeking talented engineers to join the team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-growing technology company, contribute to cutting-edge R&D, and play a key role in the development of a new technology with global impact. Above all, it is an outstanding place to work, combining innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. The Role This is an exciting period of investment and growth. The company is scaling its team and facilities to support ambitious R&D activities and is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to design and develop the tooling and fixtures required for the assembly of its brand-new optical platform. You will be a key contributor, working closely with the Design and Production teams to develop critical equipment that supports the assembly of novel prototypes. As this is a completely new optical system, the role requires a high degree of creativity, with responsibility for developing first-of-their-kind assembly equipment and production processes. Key Responsibilities The Mechanical Engineer will: • Design and develop tooling and fixturing, • Provide expertise in Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFX), • Contribute to the development of novel assembly and production processes, • Liaise with suppliers for the provision and manufacture of parts Requirements Education Essential • Proven experience taking product concepts through to production, including design iteration, refinement, and DFX considerations, • Experience in the design and development of jigs, tooling, and fixtures, • Experience developing novel assembly and production processes, • Solid understanding of:, • Machining processes (e.g. CNC, lathes & milling), • Injection moulding, • Micro-moulding, • Metal stamping and forming, • Metal injection moulding, • Vacuum forming, • Knowledge of common joining processes, including:, • Adhesive bonding, • Ultrasonic welding, • Radio-frequency welding, • Heat staking, • Strong knowledge of materials and their properties, particularly polymers and metals, • Proficiency in CAD (essential), ideally SolidWorks, • Skilled and experienced at using mills and lathes to facilitate machining or modifying tooling and fixtures in-house as required., • A flair for concept generation and ideation and ability to work and iterate designs at a quickly. Desirable • Competence in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T), • Experience or exposure to optics or opto-mechanical engineering, including alignment considerations, optical component mounting, or light-path constraints, • Experience taking designs into pilot production and optimising them for scalable manufacture, • Knowledge of, and ability to work to, ISO 13485 (medical device compliance), including documentation, standards adherence, and design-for-risk-management

Are you an experienced R&D Engineer with a passion for automation, robotics, and intelligent systems? Looking for something genuinely different in R&D? This is a great opportunity to join a growing tech company developing next-generation automation and robotics systems. This isn’t a maintenance or support role – it’s hands-on R&D where you’ll design, prototype, and deliver new automation features from concept to completion. What you'll be doing: • Develop and test machine vision algorithms (Python, TensorFlow, OpenCV), • Collaborate with software and hardware engineers to integrate your features, • Work on high-impact projects that accelerate discovery, • Mentor engineers and help shape the growing R&D function What's in it for you: • Real ownership – You’ll lead your own projects from concept to delivery, with the freedom to experiment, test, and make an impact., • Cutting-edge tech – Work on automation, robotics, and machine vision that directly advances real-world scientific research., • Collaborative team – Join a tight-knit group of engineers and scientists who love solving complex problems together., • Growth & progression – Be part of a growing company where your input helps shape future R&D direction. You’ll need a strong background in engineering, computer science, or physics, experience in computer vision or robotics, and the confidence to take ownership of your own projects in a fast-paced environment. If you’re ready to lead real innovation in a company where ideas turn into products quickly – let’s have a chat. We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives - what matters most is your ability, curiosity, and passion for innovation.

An innovative optical technology company based in Oxfordshire is seeking an experienced Mechanical Systems Engineer to join its growing R&D team. This role will focus on the architecture, integration, and system-level design of a novel adaptive optical platform. You will work across mechanical, optical, and analytical disciplines to ensure that complex mechanical systems, sub-systems, and mechanisms come together into a robust, high-performance product. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a next-generation lens technology that is set to transform the way we see the world. About the Company This company’s expertise sits at the intersection of ophthalmics and optics. They develop novel ophthalmic solutions for use across optical systems, AR/VR/XR, and machine vision applications. Recognised as trusted experts in adaptive lens technology, they partner with leading global consumer electronics and technology companies to develop new solutions that optimise how we see the world. The company has developed a novel adaptive lens system that has the potential to transform visual performance in modern AR/VR/XR technologies. This breakthrough has generated significant interest across the consumer technology sector. As a result, the company is now entering the next phase of its R&D programme, scaling its technical capabilities and seeking talented engineers to join the team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-growing technology company, contribute to cutting-edge R&D, and play a key role in the development of a new technology with global impact. Above all, it is an outstanding place to work, combining innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. The Role This is an exciting period of investment and growth. The company is scaling its team and facilities to support ambitious R&D programmes and is seeking a Mechanical Systems Engineer with a strong background in system architecture, integration, and verification. You will take ownership of overseeing the lifecycle of the mechanical systems, ensuring that they integrate seamlessly with one another. Working closely with mechanical design engineers, optical engineers and finite analysis engineers, you will bridge the teams; managing requirements, analysing and mitigating technical risks, and trace the system requirement through to the final product. Ultimately translating the user and stakeholder needs into technical specifications to help deliver well-integrated, reliable products and manufacturing solutions. Key Responsibilities The Mechanical Systems Engineer will: • Define and own the mechanical system architecture for the company’s adaptive lens platform, • Define, document and trace system requirements, from user and stakeholder requirements into clear mechanical specifications and the final product., • Lead the integration of sub-systems, mechanisms, and components into a cohesive mechanical system, • Act as the primary interface between design, analysis, optics, and manufacturing teams, • Ensure system-level considerations are correctly defined, • Identify, analyse and help lead technical mitigations., • Support system verification and validation, including test planning and interpretation of results, • Provide guidance on materials selection and manufacturing strategies at a system level, • Contribute to design reviews and technical decision-making across the programme Requirements Education Essential • Proven experience of taking a holistic view in delivering complex mechanical systems from concept through to production, • Strong understanding of mechanical system architecture, interfaces, and integration, • Proven experience in identifying, analysing, and mitigating technical risks throughout the product development lifecycle (e.g. dFMEA)., • Experience working with precision assemblies containing mechanisms and moving parts, • You will have, and be able to demonstrate, a broad knowledge and experience of manufacturing processes, joining techniques and assembly methods., • Strong knowledge of materials and their properties, particularly polymers and metals, • Proficiency in CAD (essential), ideally SolidWorks, • Experience working within regulated product development environments, ideally ISO 13485, including documentation and design-for-risk-management Desirable • Solid knowledge of tolerance analysis, stack-ups, and GD&T at a system level, • Experience in opto-mechanical systems, including optical alignment, mounting strategies, and sensitivity to tolerances, • Exposure to systems engineering methodologies, including requirements management and verification planning, • Practical experience with FEA or the ability to critically assess analysis outputs, • Experience supporting pilot builds and transition to scalable manufacture, • Ability to balance technical detail with big-picture system thinking, • A flair for problem-solving, concept generation, and structured decision-making

An optical technology company based in Oxfordshire is seeking an experienced Mechanisms Engineer to join its growing R&D team. The successful candidate will apply their expertise in micro-mechanisms to design and develop precision components for the company’s novel optical platform. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on, creative mechanical/mechanisms engineer to play a key role in the development of a next-generation adaptive lens technology set to transform the way we see the world. About the Company This company’s expertise sits at the intersection of ophthalmics and optics. They develop novel ophthalmic solutions for use across optical systems, AR/VR/XR, and machine vision applications. Recognised as trusted experts in adaptive lens technology, they partner with leading global consumer electronics and technology companies to develop new solutions that optimise how we see the world. The company has developed a novel adaptive lens system that has the potential to transform visual performance in modern AR/VR/XR technologies. This breakthrough has generated significant interest across the consumer technology sector. As a result, the company is now entering the next phase of its R&D programme, scaling its technical capabilities and seeking talented engineers to join the team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-growing technology company, contribute to cutting-edge R&D, and play a key role in the development of a new technology with global impact. Above all, it is an outstanding place to work, combining innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. The Role This is an exciting period of investment and growth. The company is scaling its team and facilities to support ambitious R&D activities and is seeking an experienced Miro-Mechanisms Engineer specialising in the design and development of micro-mechanisms (e.g. micro bearings, threads, gears, and linkages), on a watch level component scale (or smaller). You will play a key role in the development of the company’s novel lens system, contributing from early concept through to production. Key Responsibilities The Mechanisms Engineer will: • Design and develop micro-mechanisms for precision optical applications, • Integrate micro-mechanisms into the company’s optical systems, • Be hands on, designing, building and testing prototypes to support iterating designs., • Provide expertise in materials selection, • Advise on best-practice manufacturing techniques, • Liaise with suppliers for the provision and manufacture of mechanisms Requirements Education Essential • Proven experience taking product concepts through to production, including design iteration, refinement, and design for manufacturing and assembly (DFX) considerations, • Experience designing micro-mechanisms, • Solid understanding of:, • Injection moulding, • Micro-moulding, • Metal stamping and forming, • Metal injection moulding, • Vacuum forming, • Knowledge of common joining processes, including:, • Adhesive bonding, • Ultrasonic welding, • Radio-frequency welding, • Heat staking, • A flair for rapid concept generation and ideation, • Strong knowledge of materials and their properties, particularly polymers and metals, • Proficiency in CAD (essential), ideally SolidWorks, • Knowledge of, and ability to work to, ISO 13485 (medical device compliance), including documentation, standards adherence, and design-for-risk-management Desirable • Competence in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and proficient in undertaking and documenting tolerance analysis., • Experience or exposure to optics or opto-mechanical engineering, including alignment considerations, optical component mounting, or light-path constraints, • Practical experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and/or the ability to perform hand calculations, • Ability to translate product requirements into clear, complete engineering specifications, • Experience taking designs into pilot production and optimising them for scalable manufacture, • Knowledge of, and ability to work to, ISO 13485 (medical device compliance), including documentation, standards adherence, and design-for-risk-management

Are you an experienced R&D Engineer with a passion for automation, robotics, and intelligent systems? Looking for something genuinely different in R&D? This is a great opportunity to join a growing tech company developing next-generation automation and robotics systems. This isn’t a maintenance or support role – it’s hands-on R&D where you’ll design, prototype, and deliver new automation features from concept to completion. What you'll be doing: • Develop and test machine vision algorithms (Python, TensorFlow, OpenCV), • Collaborate with software and hardware engineers to integrate your features, • Work on high-impact projects that accelerate discovery, • Mentor engineers and help shape the growing R&D function What's in it for you: • Real ownership – You’ll lead your own projects from concept to delivery, with the freedom to experiment, test, and make an impact., • Cutting-edge tech – Work on automation, robotics, and machine vision that directly advances real-world scientific research., • Collaborative team – Join a tight-knit group of engineers and scientists who love solving complex problems together., • Growth & progression – Be part of a growing company where your input helps shape future R&D direction. You’ll need a strong background in engineering, computer science, or physics, experience in computer vision or robotics, and the confidence to take ownership of your own projects in a fast-paced environment. If you’re ready to lead real innovation in a company where ideas turn into products quickly – let’s have a chat. We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives - what matters most is your ability, curiosity, and passion for innovation.

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