Process Engineer – Polishing Processes (f/m/x)

ZEISS Group; Oberkochen; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

ZEISS Group’s Technology Optics & Metrology team seeks a polishing specialist to own optical component manufacturing processes. You will optimize machining and finishing steps, serving as the interface between development and production, and provide on-site second-level support.

You will design experiments, document results rigorously, and monitor project KPIs while maintaining priorities in complex situations. A strong hands-on mindset and excellent communication are essential.

Qualifikationen

• University degree in engineering or natural sciences.
• In-depth knowledge of mechanical engineering and manufacturing processes.
• Experience or familiarity with optical industry preferred.
• Structured and rational thinking with clear priorities in complexity.
• Strong hands-on mentality and resilient collaboration.

Aufgaben

• Re-evaluate and optimize machining and finishing processes for optical components in polishing production; act as the direct contact for production teams.
• Serve as the interface between development and manufacturing; accompany production and provide on-site second-level support.
• Prepare and maintain process documentation, including work instructions and technical requirements.
• Design experimental plans, run trials with suitable parameters, and document results in a structured manner.
• Support technological changes from a process perspective and monitor project-related performance indicators.

Kenntnisse

Mechanical engineering

Manufacturing processes

Optical industry

Ausbildung

University degree in engineering or natural sciences

Jobbeschreibung

ZEISS Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology

Enabler for smaller, more powerful and more energy‑efficient microchips

Shaping tomorrow, today

Around 80% of all microchips worldwide are manufactured using ZEISS technologies. As the core of every electronically controlled system, microchips have become indispensable in our daily lives – whether in smartphones, smart homes or smart factories. ZEISS is a technology leader in semiconductor manufacturing equipment. With high‑precision lithography optics, photomask systems and process control solutions, ZEISS enables the production of ever smaller, more powerful and more energy‑efficient microchips and thus plays a key role in shaping the age of micro- and nanoelectronics with its innovations.

In our Technology Optics & Metrology team, you will take responsibility for various manufacturing processes at our Wetzlar site and solve demanding tasks in the fine processing of high‑performance optics with professionalism and a diplomatic approach. As a specialist in polishing, you will support diverse teams and use your expertise to continuously improve optical manufacturing processes.

Your Role

• Re‑evaluate and optimize machining and finishing processes for optical components in polishing production and act as the direct contact person for production teams.
• Serve as the technical and communication interface between development and manufacturing, accompany production processes and provide on‑site second‑level support.
• Prepare and maintain process‑related documentation, including work instructions and technical requirement specifications.
• Design your own experimental plans, carry out trials with suitable process parameters and document all results in a structured and reliable manner.
• Support not only technological changes from a process perspective, but also monitor and track project‑related performance indicators.

Your Profile

• Successfully completed university degree in an engineering or natural science discipline.
• In‑depth knowledge and experience in mechanical engineering and manufacturing processes, ideally in the optical industry.
• Structured and rational way of thinking that enables you to set and maintain clear priorities even in complex or ambiguous situations.
• Determined and responsible working style combined with high resilience and a strong hands‑on mentality.
• Ability to assert yourself and act as a mediator between different stakeholders, using your strong communication skills to motivate others.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Adrian Kahl