Ingenieur/Physiker Regelungstechnik und Signalverarbeitung (m/w/d)

TOPTICA Photonics SE; Gräfelfing; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days vacation

Company pension

Christmas bonus

Award: Bavaria’s Best 50

Job summary

TOPTICA Photonics SE seeks an Ingenieur/Physiker for Regelungstechnik und Signalverarbeitung (m/w/d) to design and develop stabilization methods for sophisticated laser systems used in science and industry. You will address high-precision metrology challenges, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to prototypes and product transfers.

You will work with Python/MATLAB/Simulink for modelling and simulation, and communicate across national and international teams while continuing

Qualifications

• Completed degree in physics, electrical engineering, control engineering, or comparable field.
• 5+ years of relevant professional experience in control engineering and signal processing in optoelectronic systems (PhD advantageous).
• Experience in classical control engineering and digital signal processing.
• Experience in laser technology, especially frequency/phase stabilization, interferometry, and metrology.
• Proficiency with modelling/simulation tools such as Python or MATLAB/Simulink.
• Strong interest in modelling physical relationships in complex laser systems.
• Team player with high self-motivation and curiosity.
• Good German and English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop stabilization, optimization, and measurement methods for complex laser systems.
• Solve challenging technical problems with high measurement accuracy and wide control bandwidths.
• Support product development from idea to transfer into series products.
• Demonstrate new technologies in functional prototypes.
• Use advanced design, simulation, and measurement tools and equipment.

Skills

Control engineering

Signal processing

Python

MATLAB/Simulink

German language

English language

Education

Physics degree

Electrical engineering degree

Tools

Bode analyzers

Phase noise measurement systems

Spectrum analyzers

Job description

TOPTICA Photonics SE is an internationally leading, mid-sized high-tech manufacturer of laser systems for science, biotechnology, and metrology, with more than 600 employees worldwide. High motivation and personal responsibility in the service of our customers shape the corporate philosophy of this privately managed “hidden champion”, which is embraced and actively lived by our employees with great commitment. Our customers include renowned industrial companies as well as numerous Nobel Prize winners.

Ingenieur/Physiker Regelungstechnik und Signalverarbeitung (m/w/d)

What can you expect in the role ?

• Design and development of innovative stabilization, optimization, and measurement methods for complex laser systems for the scientific and industrial markets
• Solving challenging technological problems in a creative environment, for example regarding high measurement accuracy, large control bandwidths, or specialized filter algorithms
• Accompanying product development throughout the entire development process, from the initial idea through the design and evaluation of concepts to the transfer of suitable methods into series products
• Demonstration of new technologies in functional prototypes
• Use of advanced design, simulation, and measurement tools, as well as measurement equipment such as Bode analyzers, phase noise measurement systems, and spectrum analyzers
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary development teams from laser technology, electronics, software, and mechanical engineering, as well as coordination of interdisciplinary tasks
• Cooperation with national and international teams, scientific partners, and research institutions
• Supporting and maintaining existing products regarding control engineering issues

Must-haves: What you’ll need for this role?

• A completed degree in physics, electrical engineering, control engineering, or a comparable field
• More than 5 years of relevant professional experience in control engineering and signal processing in optoelectronic systems, preferably also gained as part of a PhD
• Sound experience in at least one of the following areas, as well as basic knowledge of the others: Classical control engineering, Digital signal processing
• Experience in laser technology, particularly in at least one of the following areas: frequency and phase stabilization, interferometry, and metrology
• Practical experience with modelling and simulation tools such as Python or MATLAB/Simulink
• A strong interest in understanding, modelling, and making use of physical relationships in complex laser systems
• Enjoyment of bridging the gap between system modelling, simulation, and practical implementation in the laboratory
• A strong team player mentality combined with a high level of self‑motivation
• Enthusiasm, curiosity, and a willingness to familiarize yourself with new subject areas
• Good German and English language skills

What would be a plus in this role?

• Knowledge of software development for embedded systems (microcontrollers, FPGAs, DSPs)
• Basic knowledge of RF technology
• Experience with AI assisted development workflows

It’s a plus if you’ve heard of the following terms:

• PID
• Laplace transform
• Model based design
• DSP
• FPGA
• Power spectral density
• LTI
• Phase noise

What do we offer:

• A vibrant community with open exchange, shared laughter – whether at table tennis, billiards, or over an espresso from our portafilter machine ;) – in our “Kulinarium” and epic company events (summer party, company outing, lunch lottery, Christmas party)
• An authentic first‑name culture and short decision‑making paths
• Individual onboarding for new TOPTICAns, supported by a personal mentor
• Tailored professional development – diverse learning opportunities for every need
• Support in all life situations: Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families
• Energy boosts throughout the day in the form of free soft drinks, coffee/tea, fresh fruit, and ice cream
• Generous vacation days: 30 days plus additional special holidays (e.g., Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve)
• Financial extras such as Christmas bonus, employee bonus, and company pension scheme
• Proud awards such as “Bavaria’s Best 50” and “Bicycle‑Friendly Employer”