Senior RD Development Engineer - Optics Metrology
Senior RD Development Engineer - Optics Metrology
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Job title: Senior Development Engineer Optics and Metrology
Department: R&D
Location: Chandlers Ford Eastleigh
GLS: T03
Working hours: Monday Friday 37.5 hours per week Onsite role
A brighter future awaits you
CooperVision is one of the worlds leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses with a presence in over 100 countries. Being part of CooperVision means helping improvethe way people see each day. Its more than makingcontact lenses its about giving lens wearers freedom andconfidence to move about their daily lives. Were all about bright futures for our people and those who wear our contact lenses.
Job summary What to expect:
As the Senior Development Engineer Optics and Metrology you will be working with the Lens Design & Metrology team to develop new and existing contact lens products. The role will involve designing contact lenses as well as the tooling and plastic components required to produce them. This role will also have responsibility for development and testing of metrology techniques used in the measurement of these products as well as the statistical analysis of metrology results. The role will cover all stages of the contact lens manufacturing process including testing both invivo and invitro.
- Participate and lead in the design development and verification of new products making use of appropriate design software (either bespoke or third party) and data analysis tools/models where required.
- Identify new methods of product metrology and improve existing methods and techniques to guide product development and process control. To assess and implement new product metrology/test methods. Compliance to relevant BS EN ISO 18963 standards.
- Identify improvement areas and/or suitable new technology and initiate manage and deliver subsequent solutions.
- Understand and develop new and existing lens design and metrology systems procedures.
- Support the development of products and processes in manufacturing throughout their lifecycle through the production of new tooling designs.
- Support development/improvement of tooling manufacture methods and associated metrology.
- Generate training materials and train manufacturing and R&D technical staff in the use of equipment as the business requires.
- Work with clinical teams to develop novel product ideas.
- Design and manage trials perform statistical data analysis and present results to applicable stakeholders.
- Write technical verification and validation protocols and reports. To keep clear and organised records of design work.
- Act as mentor and coach/train other staff where appropriate.
- Liaise with and identify new customers vendors and outside technical resources.
- Involved in Quality ensuring SOPs are understood and followed and Good Manufacturing Procedures are maintained.
A full job description is available upon request.
About you:
We are looking for someone who has the following experience:
Essential
- Understands fundamental principles of optics with some exposure to optics studio.
- Excellent analytical skills / use of statistical methods and software tools.
- Ability to perform data analysis in Matlab or python or experience with CAD packages (e.g. AutoCAD SolidWorks).
- Experienced and capable programmer using one of the following programming languages: Matlab or Python.
- Effective communicator with the ability to communicate across all levels.
- Strong problem solving skills with a structured approach (e.g. Six Sigma/DMAIC).
- Strong ability to multitask and work across or be involved in multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong IT skills including significant experience with Microsoft Office packages.
- Excellent presentation and report writing skills.
Desirable
- Robust understanding of optics metrology experimental design and evaluation.
- Experience with Optics Studio or similar optical simulation software.
- Knowledge of medical device industry and relevant BS EN ISO13485 standards.
- Previous experience with lasers.
What we offer:
Youll receive competitive compensation and a fantastic benefits package including;25 days holiday 10 bonus private medicalpension scheme healthcare cover life assurance access to our Wellness Platform to support you in mental health and wellbeing a discounted contact lens scheme and much more!
We are committed to our employees personal and professional development and offer extensive training to support your career growth and help every individual to reach their full potential. To help us achieve our goals well give you everything you need to help you achieve yours.
We also provide access to LinkedIn Learning to help you develop in you career and grow with CooperVision
What you can expect:
As a CooperVision employee youll be welcomed into a diverse and progressive global business. We appreciate how important fostering a diverse and inclusive culture is and how different perspectives add value and contribute to our success. With our CooperPride African Descent Womans Impact Network and Mind Body and Wellbeing Employee Resource Groups we offer opportunities for employees to learn and grow within an inclusive and safe space.
If you like what you see take the first step towards your Brighter Future and apply today!All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal consideration and opportunities from CooperVision.
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Qualifications
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
