Company Profile: Optima Research is the European distributor of the ZEMAX, a comprehensive optical design software that has built up an enviable reputation due to its outstanding capability, continuous development and expert support.

ZEMAX is now used by thousands of scientists and engineers world wide, on projects ranging from the pick-up head for Blu-ray to the design of the James Webb Space Telescope.

Job Profile: Your role as an Optical Engineer will primarily be to provide technical support, but will build up to leading training courses in the use of the software. Full product training will be provided. You will also travel throughout Europe attending relevant conferences and trade shows.

Qualifications/Skills required: You will have a degree in Physics/Optics/Engineering and preferably a higher degree in Optics or a minimum of one year of optical design experience. Experience of ZEMAX is an advantage. You will be an outgoing and enthusiastic person who is comfortable meeting and talking to customers. You will have excellent communication and presentation skills and be IT literate.

Residency: You must have the permanent right to work within the United Kingdom.

Salary: Up to £30K (depending on skills and experience).

Location: Stansted, UK. You must be based in the Stansted area or be willing to relocate (relocation assistance provided).

Closing date: 21st July 2008

If you are keen to develop a career in optics and work in a supportive company environment where you can really develop your potential, please email your CV to:

Neil Barrett
General Manager
Optima Research Ltd
careers@optima-research.com