Progettista ottico

Marposs; Bentivoglio; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Marposs in Italy is seeking a graduate in physics or astronomy to join the R&D team and contribute to the design of non-contact optical gauges for advanced markets. The role focuses on optical system design, verification, and development of new measurement techniques.

Starting from a physics background, you will apply geometric and wave optics principles, use Zemax OpticStudio, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative optical solutions.

Qualifications

• Graduates in scientific disciplines, preferably Physics or Astronomy.
• Knowledge from Physics degree is required.

Responsibilities

• Design optical systems.
• Verify performance achieved with the designed system.
• Develop new non-contact measurement techniques.

Skills

Geometric optical design

Wave optics

Hands-on aptitude

Prior experience in similar role

Education

Physics or Astronomy degree

Tools

Zemax OpticStudio

Job description

Profile

The selected candidate will join the Research and Development team.

Within the range of measurement devices developed by Marposs, non-contact gauges based on optical technologies are becoming increasingly important. In this area, Marposs develops and manufactures innovative optical solutions to effectively meet the growing demands of highly demanding markets such as the semiconductor and electric mobility sectors.

The selected candidate will actively contribute to the design of optical systems, the verification of the performance achievable with the designed system, and the development of new non-contact measurement techniques.

Requirements

This position is intended for graduates in scientific disciplines, preferably Physics or Astronomy, who wish to actively join a collaborative work environment.

The knowledge typically acquired in a Physics degree program is required. The following qualifications are considered a plus:

• Knowledge of geometric optical design principles
• Knowledge of wave optics principles
• Familiarity with optical simulation software (Zemax OpticStudio)
• Practical skills and hands-on aptitude
• Prior experience in a similar role within other companies

This position is open to candidates of any gender (Italian Law 903/77).

Compensation and benefits

The candidate will be hired in accordance with salary transparency regulations (italian law D.Lgs. 96/2026) and based on their actual experience in the field, with a total annual compensation ranging between €33,500 to €40,000