Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Laser Systems

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 service of our customers shape the corporate philosophy of this privately owned "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 laureates.Our products set standards in precision, performance, and stability. Our complex laser systems place extremely demanding requirements on design in terms of optics, thermal management, kinematics, and vibration. They must be carefully specified, designed, and tested, requiring a deep understanding of materials and manufacturing methods.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Laser Systems

What can you expect in the role of Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Laser Systems?

• Development of sophisticated optomechanical and precision mechanical assemblies for OEM laser systems, with a focus on maximum precision and reproducible series quality
• Technical responsibility for mechanical sub-projects throughout all development phases - from concept through prototyping to series production readiness
• Active participation in pre-development and research activities in the mechanical domain
• Conducting internal design reviews as well as contributing technically to reviews of adjacent development projects
• Providing technical support and sparring for colleagues in concept development, design engineering, and constructive implementation
• Close collaboration in interdisciplinary teams from Research & Development, Production, Product Management, and Supply Chain

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

• Completed university degree in precision engineering, fine device engineering, mechanical engineering, medical engineering, or mechatronics
• Alternatively - with excellent qualifications - certification as a state-certified technician (or comparable), with prior vocational training in metalworking (e.g., toolmaker, technical draftsman, technical product designer, industrial mechanic)
• At least 7 years of professional experience in the mechanical design of technically demanding systems in an industrial environment, ideally involving small to medium production volumes
• Experience in the design and detailed engineering of precision mechanical systems
• In-depth knowledge of mechanisms, flexure hinges, and the design of thermally stable precision assemblies, including active thermal management
• Structured and self-reliant working style, with enthusiasm for technically challenging problems

What would be a plus in this role?

• Expertise in the design of complex optomechanical instruments or systems, aerospace systems, machine tools, or cryogenic instruments
• Experience with adhesive technologies and bonding processes, ideally in optics or precision bonding applications
• Knowledge of vibration analysis and vibration-robust design, particularly in the field of microvibrations
• Applied knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes, as well as design-to-cost and DFMA (Design for Manufacturing and Assembly) principles
• Experience in using FEM simulations for the design and optimization of assemblies

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

• Athermal design and thermal compensation
• Kinematic mounting and optical referencing
• Flexure hinges or compliant mechanisms
• Micromounting, active alignment, and precision adhesive bonding
• Microvibrations and vibration-robust design
• Design for Assembly and Manufacturing (DFMA)

What do we offer:

• A vibrant community with open exchange, shared laughter-whether playing table tennis, billiards, or enjoying an espresso (yes, from a portafilter machine ) in our "Kulinarium"-and epic events (summer party, company outing, lunch lottery, Christmas party)
• An authentic first-name culture and short decision-making paths
• Individual onboarding for new TOPTICA employees, 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 complimentary soft drinks, coffee/tea, fresh fruit, and ice cream
• Generous vacation policy: 30 days plus additional special holidays (e.g., Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve)
• Financial extras such as a Christmas bonus, employee bonus, and company pension plan
• Proud awards such as "Bavaria's Best 50" and "Bicycle-Friendly Employer"

Interested? We're excited!
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