About The Role

ZEISS 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.

In our team, seven engineers and metrology experts (m/f/x) are currently working on the advancement of highly precise measurement and inspection processes for optics manufacturing . As an engineering team at the interface between research, development and production, we are responsible for introducing new metrology technologies as well as ensuring sustainable operation and continuous optimization of existing measurement processes in a serial production environment.

Do you identify with the description below? We look forward to your application!

Your role

Responsible for the stability, performance, and ongoing development of metrological processes in the DUV environment
Hands-on support of optical measurement systems in live operation, including troubleshooting (2nd level support)
Analysis of process deviations and measurement issues, and derivation and implementation of sustainable improvement actions (continuous improvement, 8D)
Interface between R&D, manufacturing, and upstream/downstream processes to ensure the successful serial transfer of new processes and systems
Execution and evaluation of measurement capability analyses and qualification of measurement processes and inspection tools
On-site production support to ensure supply readiness and rapid problem resolution in day-to-day operations
Initiation and implementation of optimization and automation projects in the area of optical metrology

Your profile

A successfully completed degree in Physics, Optics, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Production Technology, or a related field, ideally complemented by a technical vocational qualification (e.g., precision optician, industrial mechanic, etc.)
Initial professional experience in engineering, production, metrology, or process optimization
Solid knowledge and ideally practical experience in optical metrology, system metrology, or high-precision inspection and measurement processes
Understanding of production processes, process capability, and statistical methods (e.g., SPC, Six Sigma, measurement systems analysis), and ideally skills in analyzing and evaluating measurement and process data (e.g., Python, MATLAB, Power BI, or similar tools)
A strong hands-on mindset and experience in troubleshooting systems and processes using structured root-cause analysis methods
High initiative, resilience, strong sense of responsibility, and an autonomous, solution-oriented work style
Strong communication, teamwork, and willingness to collaborate across departments, including supporting critical production processes, including on-call availability outside regular working hours
Very good German and English language skills in spoken and written form

Our Added Value

We provide stability and security!

The long-standing success, strong market position of ZEISS, and the continuously growing demand for IT components offer security for every ZEISS employee and a reliable long-term perspective you can count on.

Your work-life balance matters to us!

Benefit from flexible working time models (including flexible shift systems), the option to work remotely, and a range of childcare support services.

Your skills are highly valued!

At ZEISS, we offer a wide range of opportunities for professional development, including qualification programs, our internal online learning platform CurioZ, external training opportunities, and attractive career paths. With individually defined annual development goals, we support our employees in achieving their career ambitions.

Your work is valuable!

As part of our team, you will benefit from a variety of attractive employee benefits, such as corporate benefits programs, subsidies for the Germany ticket and company bicycles, as well as an award-winning pension scheme. In addition, you will of course receive collectively agreed special payments, including holiday pay, Christmas bonuses, transformation payments, and additional collective bonuses (T-Zug), as well as an annual performance-based bonus tied to the fiscal year.

We invest in your health & well-being!

Our health management program includes online fitness classes, webinars, partnerships with gyms, ZEISS sports groups and running clubs, occupational health physicians, and a unique health partnership with Barmer, offering health courses and a personal contact. In our company restaurants, you will enjoy healthy and diverse meals, including daily vegetarian and vegan options as well as regional organic products.

People are at the center of everything we do!

ZEISS is a foundation-owned company. This is why we are deeply committed to values such as social responsibility, family-friendliness, and the social security of our employees. They are the driving force behind our innovation and the engine of our company—and they are our top priority. In addition, we offer flat hierarchies along with autonomy and responsibility.

Learn more about us as a company & team | ZEISS SMT ( Über uns als Unternehmen & Team | ZEISS Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology ) and your career opportunities at ZEISS SMT ( Deine Karriere und Job-Möglichkeiten bei der ZEISS SMT )!