Systems Engineer

Optronics Systems Engineer

Location: Kent (Hybrid)

Salary: 50,000 - 65,000 (dependent on experience)

An established engineering company specialising in advanced electro-optical and precision sensing systems is seeking an Optronics Systems Engineer to join its multidisciplinary development team.

The organisation designs and manufactures high-precision platforms used to integrate optical sensors into demanding operational environments. Their systems combine optics, precision mechanics, electronics and control software, and are used in applications where accurate sensor alignment, stability and calibration are critical.

This role sits at the intersection of optics, mechanical engineering and systems integration, ensuring that optical sensors perform correctly once integrated into complex hardware systems.

The Role

The successful candidate will support the development and integration of electro-optical sensing systems from concept through to testing and delivery.

Responsibilities will include:

Defining and managing system-level requirements for electro-optical sensing systems

Supporting the integration of optical sensors with mechanical and electronic subsystems

Defining optical alignment and calibration procedures

Working closely with mechanical and electronics engineers to ensure designs meet system performance requirements

Supporting prototype builds, integration and system testing

Investigating and resolving performance issues during development and validation

Working with external sensor suppliers to ensure successful integration into the overall system architecture

Supporting verification and validation activities to confirm system performance

Key Skills & Experience

Candidates should have experience working on complex hardware systems involving optics or sensor technologies.

Relevant experience may include:

Electro-optical or optical sensing systems

Optical alignment and calibration

Opto-mechanical or electro-mechanical system integration

Precision instrumentation or sensor platforms

System-level engineering in multidisciplinary environments

Experience working with cameras, imaging systems, laser sensors, or other optical instrumentation would be beneficial.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to work on high-precision sensing platforms within a collaborative engineering environment. The role would suit someone who enjoys working at a system level, bringing together optics, mechanics and electronics to deliver complex hardware solutions.