💼 Full-Time Position

Senior Optical Engineer

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Langham Recruitment
📍 Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom
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Location
Chelmsford, United Kingdom
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Posted
June 06, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Senior Optical Design Engineer | Cambridge | Hybrid | Competitive salary + strong package

Are you an Optical Design Engineer with experience in Lens Design and Modelling? Do you want to work on the cutting edge of display technology with AR/VR applications? Do you have a desire to work in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment?

Then this might just be the role for you!

We are looking for an Optical Design Engineer with experience in lens design, birefringence, and optical modelling to join an established and experienced team directly contributing to the development of groundbreaking optical systems.

Role responsibilities:

Design and simulate advanced optical components using tools like Zemax, Lumerical, DIMOS, or Techwiz.
Perform hands-on optical experiments and metrology, including interferometry.
Analyse sample performance and feed back into new product designs.
Collaborate with R&D, engineering, and customer teams to drive innovati...