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Development Engineer, Connection Technology

Carl Zeiss AG

On-site
Oberkochen
Full-time
Mid Level
3+ yrs
Salary not listedPosted 19m ago

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Job description

Carl Zeiss AG is hiring a Development Engineer, Connection Technology — a full-time, based in Oberkochen role. Apply directly on Carl Zeiss AG's careers page below.

Development Engineer (m/f/d) – Connection Technology (Electrical, Optical & Mechanical)

Location: Oberkochen

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology

Enabler for smaller, more powerful, and more energy-efficient microchips - Working for tomorrow today.

Around 80 percent of all microchips worldwide are produced using ZEISS technologies. As the centerpiece of every electronically controlled system, they have become an integral part of our everyday lives – whether in smartphones, smart homes or smart factories. ZEISS is a technology leader in the field of semiconductor manufacturing equipment. With high-precision lithography optics, photomask systems and process control solutions, ZEISS enables the production of ever smaller, increasingly powerful, and more energy-efficient microchips, and thus plays a pivotal role in the age of micro- and nanoelectronics.

Your role

  • Conceptualisation, development and design of connection systems, in particular the connection of electronic components, as well as connectors and cable layout

  • Integration of optical data transmission elements into complex electronic systems, such as rack assemblies and printed circuit board

  • Overseeing and managing design tasks in the field of embedded electronics

  • Preparation and maintenance of technical documentation, specifications and test reports

  • Close collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, including hardware and software developers, to develop integrated solutions through to series production

  • Support with the commissioning and certification of new developments

Your profile

  • A university degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Photonics or Optical Engineering, or a similar discipline

  • 3–5 years’ experience in connection technology, ideally in the field of ‘high-speed’ data exchange and the integration of fibre-optic-based measurement systems into complex machines

  • Expertise in the development and implementation of optical systems, particularly in the field of fibre-optic connections

  • Experience in working with suppliers and external service providers, ideally in the field of connection technology

  • A high degree of initiative and teamwork

  • Excellent communication skills, particularly when dealing with customers and suppliers

  • Fluent in German and English, both written and spoken

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Andre Grunzel, Matthias Sonnentag

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Frequently asked questions

What skills are required for Development Engineer, Connection Technology at Carl Zeiss AG?

The required skills for Development Engineer, Connection Technology at Carl Zeiss AG include: Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems.

What is the seniority level for Development Engineer, Connection Technology at Carl Zeiss AG?

Development Engineer, Connection Technology at Carl Zeiss AG is a Mid Level level position.

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