Optical Metrology Systems Engineer - Hessen

Optimus Search; Hessen; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimus Search in Hessen, Germany seeks an Optical Metrology Systems Engineer to design, develop and optimise advanced metrology systems for demanding applications. You will work at the intersection of optics, electronics and software, delivering high-performance measurement solutions on client projects.

The role offers collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams, opportunities for professional development, and a hands-on environment with cutting-edge optical technologies in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Degree in Optical Engineering, Photonics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering.
• Professional experience in optical metrology or photonics.
• Strong understanding of optical systems and experimental techniques.
• Experience with alignment, calibration, characterization, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of measurement uncertainty and data interpretation.
• Experience with laboratory measurement equipment and precision instrumentation.
• Programming experience in Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW.
• Analytical approach and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, and optimise optical metrology systems.
• Develop measurement concepts for high-precision applications.
• Characterise and calibrate optical measurement systems and components.
• Analyse measurement data to identify sources of error, uncertainty, and system drift.
• Support system integration, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with optical, mechanical, electrical, software, and systems engineering teams.
• Develop test procedures, measurement methodologies, and technical documentation.
• Investigate system performance and implement improvements to accuracy, stability, and repeatability.
• Support customer and project requirements from concept to delivery.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of measurement processes and system architecture.
• Assist with technical problem-solving and root-cause analysis of complex system issues.

Skills

Optical metrology

Precision measurement

Photonics

Python

MATLAB

LabVIEW

Measurement uncertainty

Education

Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Photonics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Systems Engineering

Tools

Measurement equipment

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Optical Metrology Systems Engineer to join our team in Hessen, Germany.

In this role, you will be responsible for the development, integration, commissioning, and optimisation of advanced optical metrology systems. You will work at the intersection of optics, precision engineering, electronics, software, and measurement science, helping to deliver high-performance systems for demanding industrial and technological applications.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys solving complex technical problems and working with cutting-edge optical measurement technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, and optimise optical metrology systems.
• Develop and implement measurement concepts for high-precision applications.
• Characterise and calibrate optical measurement systems and components.
• Analyse measurement data and identify sources of error, uncertainty, and system drift.
• Support system integration, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Work closely with optical, mechanical, electrical, software, and systems engineering teams.
• Develop test procedures, measurement methodologies, and technical documentation.
• Investigate system performance and implement improvements to accuracy, stability, and repeatability.
• Support customer and project requirements from concept through to final system delivery.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of measurement processes and system architecture.
• Assist with technical problem-solving and root-cause analysis of complex system issues.

Your Profile

• Degree in Optical Engineering, Photonics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Professional experience in optical metrology, precision measurement, photonics, or a closely related field.
• Strong understanding of optical systems, measurement principles, and experimental techniques.
• Experience with optical alignment, calibration, characterisation, and troubleshooting.
• Good knowledge of measurement uncertainty, error analysis, and data interpretation.
• Experience working with laboratory measurement equipment and precision instrumentation.
• Programming experience, ideally with Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or similar tools.
• A structured, analytical approach to solving complex technical problems.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Good communication skills in English; German language skills are advantageous.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work with advanced optical and metrology technologies.
• A technically challenging role within an innovative engineering environment.
• Collaboration with highly skilled specialists across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to contribute to the development of next-generation precision measurement systems.

If you are passionate about optics, precision engineering, and advanced measurement technology, and are looking for your next technical challenge in Hessen, we would be pleased to hear from you.