Senior Optical Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Optical Design Engineer

Location: Worthing, UK (Hybrid)

Salary: £80,000+ (negotiable)

About the Company

This client is a pioneering developer and manufacturer of ophthalmic implants and pharmaceuticals, with a proud history of delivering innovative solutions that improve vision and restore sight worldwide. They continue to drive excellence through cutting-edge technology and a patient-focused approach.

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing R&D department, contributing to the design and development of ophthalmic products that make a global impact. The Senior Optical Design Engineer will play a vital role in new product innovation, technical support, and manufacturing improvements, with the chance to help shape the future of vision care.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, prototype and test intraocular lenses
• Lead cross-departmental project teams from concept to manufacturing
• Support production teams with new processes and troubleshooting
• Evaluate and enhance current products, processes, and systems
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including clinicians
• Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge through training and research

Requirements

Essential:

• MSc or PhD in a relevant science or engineering field
• 5+ years of experience designing intraocular lenses
• Proficiency in Zemax (5+ years) and MATLAB (5+ years)
• Experience developing diffractive optical systems
• Strong project collaboration and autonomous working skills

Desirable:

• Understanding of optometry data and patient biometry
• Familiarity with medical device regulations (e.g. ISO13485, FDA QSR 21 CFR 820)