Richard Schafers

Richard Schafers is an experienced optical engineer currently serving as a Senior Optical Engineer at NKT Photonics since 2019, where responsibilities include researching, designing, developing, and manufacturing prototype laser systems while managing multiple laser projects concurrently. Previously, Richard held roles as an Optical Engineer focused on high-energy pulsed lasers and as a Technical Support Engineer, addressing technical issues and liaising with production and R&D. Prior experience includes a position as a Laser Engineer at UniKLasers and a Laser Systems Engineer at Coherent Inc. as well as an industrial placement at the Centre for Ecology and Hydrology. Richard earned a Master's degree in Chemical Physics from The University of Edinburgh between 2011 and 2015.