Job Description

Pipers Business Centre
220 Vale Road

Tonbridge

Kent
TN9 1SP
United Kingdom
Tel: 01732 373020
Fax: 01732 373001

Development Scientist/Engineer

About the Role:

We are seeking an ambitious scientist or engineer to work with a multidisciplinary team developing laser-based instrumentation such as spectrometers for use in diverse sectors such as biopharmaceutical, healthcare, nuclear and gas sensing. Key elements of the role are:

Help develop new instrumentation and technologies Drive existing technologies to production Be part of innovative new research programs Develop new and existing skills alongside experienced scientists, engineers and developers

The candidate:

The successful candidate should be educated to at least degree level in Physics, Photonics, Mechanical Engineering or other relevant qualification, and be capable of working independently and within a focused collaborative team. The position would suit a new graduate looking to looking to apply their knowledge in a practical laboratory setting.

Required:

Applicable qualification to degree level or equivalent Good written & verbal communication skills Good practical engineering skills
Beneficial:

Practical experience of optical systems Knowledge of CAD Knowledge of FEA Knowledge of LabVIEW/C++/Python Knowledge of spectroscopy Be comfortable presenting information to the wider audience

About Us:

IS-instruments Ltd is a SME based in Tonbridge, specialising in the development of spectrometers, Raman systems and LIDAR products. The company is expanding its product range and has recently been awarded a number of exciting development contracts. We work extensively in the Biopharmaceutical industry, medical research, the nuclear sector (decommissioning and fusion) and in gas sensing.

We pride ourselves on our ability to solve difficult problems requiring innovation and creative thinking, using skills from our team of scientists, engineers and developers, and we need people with a similar mindset and outlook.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary:

Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:

Performance bonus
COVID-19 considerations:

With a fully vaccinated workforce we adhere to the UK Government Guidelines. Additional measures may be required when working at customer sites.

Ability to commute/relocate:

Tonbridge TN9 1SP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

Bachelor's (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 25,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime
Experience:

opto mechanical engineer or equivalent: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: grade 2