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Ficontec Service Gmbh; Achim; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Fitness programs

Bike leasing

Employee discounts

Childcare allowance

Regular company events

Job summary

ficonTEC Service GmbH seeks a technically skilled engineer to advance active alignment of camera modules, support the full development lifecycle from concept to validation, and develop image-processing algorithms for integrated camera systems.

You will work closely with mechanical design, automation, and production teams, document results clearly, and, in time, present outcomes to customers and partners in international projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physics, Photonics, Optics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a comparable field.
• Up to 3 years of professional experience in optics/photonics/mechanical engineering or related.
• Experience with camera systems, image processing, optical metrology or automation through internships or thesis.
• Basic programming skills in Python, C++, C#, LabVIEW or equivalent.
• German and English communication at least B2 level.
• Willingness to travel about 25%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve active alignment systems to ensure optimal camera module alignment.
• Support development from concept to validation in lab and on systems.
• Develop measurement, alignment and image-processing algorithms and assist software integration.
• Analyze image data, investigate root causes, and implement improvements.
• Collaborate with Mechanical Design, Automation, Production and Project Management.
• Document results clearly and present to customers and industry partners.

Skills

Python

C++

C#

LabVIEW

Education

Physics

Photonics

Optics

Electrical Engineering

Mechatronics

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

OpenCV

HALCON

Job description

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 as a:

immediately & full time

• You ensure that camera modules are optimally aligned by developing and continuously improving our active alignment systems.
• From the initial test concept through to validation, you support the entire development process, working both in the laboratory and directly on our systems.
• You develop measurement, alignment and image-processing algorithms and support the software integration of cameras, sensors and positioning systems.
• You analyse image data and process parameters, systematically investigate the root causes of technical issues and implement suitable improvements.
• Working closely with Mechanical Design, Automation, Production and Project Management, you develop innovative technical solutions.
• You document your results in a clear and structured manner and, in the long term, also present them to customers, partners and industry professionals.

Your Profile

• You have completed a degree in Physics, Photonics, Optics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering or a comparable field.
• Up to 3 years of professional experience, ideally in the fields of optics, photonics, mechanical engineering, image processing, automation technology, or measurement technology.
• Through internships, student projects or your final thesis, you have gained initial experience with camera systems, image processing, optical metrology or automation.
• You have basic programming skills in Python, C++, C#, LabVIEW or a comparable programming language.
• Knowledge of active alignment, machine vision, MTF measurements, OpenCV or HALCON is an advantage, but not a requirement.
• You take an analytical and structured approach, enjoy hands‑on experimentation and are enthusiastic about exploring new technologies.
• You are confident communicating in both German and English, at a minimum B2 level.
• A willingness to travel approximately 25% of the time completes your profile.
• 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