Laser Engineer

Company: Novanta
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Location: Stockport
Job Description:

Overview

In Stockport, you will develop, test, and optimize laser systems and optical assemblies to enable world-class products. You’ll work with experienced engineers to influence performance, reliability, and manufacturability while supporting validation and readiness for production. The role offers cross-functional collaboration and opportunities to shape next-generation laser solutions with a global impact.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and test laser systems and optical assemblies
  • Build, align, and characterize laser prototypes
  • Analyze performance data and identify improvements
  • Support product validation and manufacturing readiness
  • Troubleshoot complex laser, optical, and system-level issues
  • Collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality and Service teams
  • Contribute to new product introduction and sustaining engineering activities

Key requirements

  • Degree in Physics, Photonics, Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar
  • Experience with lasers, optics, photonics or electro-optical systems
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting capability
  • Experience creating technical reports and test documentation
  • Passion for solving challenging engineering problems
  • Strong analytical thinking
  • Troubleshooting mindset
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Lasers
  • Optics
  • Photonics

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Posted: October 1st, 2026