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ficonTEC; Achim; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Permanent contract

Flexible hours

Company pension

Technical equipment

Fitness offers

Bike leasing

Employee discounts

Childcare allowance

Company events

Zusammenfassung

ficonTEC Service GmbH in Germany seeks an experienced R&D Development Engineer – Photonics Assembly & Test to shape high-precision manufacturing and test processes for optoelectronic and photonic systems.

You will work hands-on with automated equipment, from lab experiments to implementation in real applications, blending deep technical know-how with structured project execution in an international setting.

Qualifikationen

• PhD in engineering, physics, photonics, or a related field
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in R&D, laboratory engineering, or automation
• Broad technical understanding of photonics/optics, precision mechanics, automation, and metrology
• Hands-on experience with complex laboratory setups, optical systems, and high-precision measurement equipment
• Experience in technical project environments (application engineering, customer projects, or work package ownership)
• Experience with fiber optics, photonic packaging, or precision assembly is a strong plus
• Ability to work independently and drive topics from concept through implementation
• Strong analytical thinking and pragmatic problem-solving with high attention to detail
• Confident communication across interdisciplinary teams and external partners
• Fluent English required; German is a plus

Aufgaben

• Plan, execute, and evaluate experiments; develop robust assembly and test processes
• Work hands-on with automated assembly systems, optical setups, and high-precision metrology
• Analyze complex technical challenges, identify root causes, drive improvements
• Take ownership of technical work packages; collaborate with internal teams, customers, and partners
• Contribute to publicly funded R&D projects through documentation and reporting

Kenntnisse

Fluent English

Independent worker

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Ausbildung

PhD in engineering, physics, photonics, or related field

3–5 years of R&D/lab engineering/automation experience

Tools

High-precision metrology equipment

Complex laboratory setups

Jobbeschreibung

ficonTEC Service GmbH is an innovative high-tech company that has quickly established itself in a highly specialized market since 2001. With continuous growth and innovative development, we are a recognized market leader in the automated assembly and testing of optoelectronic components and (hybrid) photonic devices. Our company develops advanced solutions such as high-precision die bonding, fiber alignment, and laser soldering systems, which are critical for manufacturing cutting-edge photonic devices like LiDAR sensors, high-speed data transceivers, and silicon photonics. These technologies are paving the way for advancements in telecommunications, autonomous vehicles, and medical diagnostics.

Our company-wide goal is to set up top-notch technology that facilitates our customers from around the world in building tomorrow’s optoelectronic devices. We believe in equal opportunity, with employees committed to diversity and inclusion, offering a vibrant working environment.

Are you looking for a job in a forward-looking industry? Then become part of our strong and experienced team in the Research & Development department as a:

R&D Development Engineer – Photonics Assembly & Test (m/f/d)

immediately & full time

As an R&D Development Engineer – Photonics Assembly & Test, you will actively shape the development of high-precision manufacturing and test processes for optoelectronic and photonic systems. You will work hands-on with advanced automated equipment—from experimental development in the lab to implementation in real-world applications. In doing so, you combine deep technical expertise with structured project execution in an international environment.

• Plan, execute, and evaluate experiments, and develop robust assembly and test processes
• Work hands-on with automated assembly systems, optical setups, and high-precision metrology—directly impacting real applications
• Analyze complex technical challenges, identify root causes, and drive sustainable improvements in processes and system performance
• Take ownership of technical work packages and closely collaborate with internal teams, customers, and external partners
• Contribute to publicly funded R&D projects through structured documentation, milestone tracking, and transparent reporting

Your Profile

• PhD in engineering, physics, photonics, or a related field, or 3–5 years of relevant experience in R&D, laboratory engineering, or automation
• Broad technical understanding of photonics/optics, precision mechanics, automation, and metrology
• Hands-on experience with complex laboratory setups, optical systems, and high-precision measurement equipment
• Experience in technical project environments, e.g. application engineering, customer projects, or work package ownership
• Experience with fiber optics, photonic packaging, or precision assembly is a strong plus
• Ability to work independently and drive topics from concept through to implementation
• Strong analytical thinking and pragmatic problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Confident communication skills and ability to collaborate across interdisciplinary teams and external partners
• Fluent English required; German is a plus

We offer

• Security and Flexibility for Your Future: Permanent employment contract, flexible working hours, and an attractive compensation package including a company pension scheme
• Work on Technologies That Shape the Future: Contribute to cutting-edge photonics technologies for AI applications, data centers, and next-generation optical communication solutions
• Variety Instead of Routine: Exciting international projects and customers from a wide range of industries
• A Great Start and Opportunities for Tomorrow: Structured onboarding as well as diverse opportunities for professional and personal development
• Everything You Need for Modern Working: High-quality technical equipment, fitness offers, bike leasing, and attractive employee discounts
• Family-Friendly Benefits in the form of a childcare allowance
• Celebrating Success Together: Regular company events