Junior Research Engineer (R&D)

From powering space exploration and advancing medicine to enabling defense and shaping the optics inside everyday devices — our impact reaches far beyond today. Join the OPTOMAN team as a Junior Research Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Support research and engineering activities within optical technology development projects under the guidance of experienced engineers.

• Perform assigned development tasks according to defined procedures, work instructions, and technical requirements.

• Support experiments, testing, and evaluation of optical components and technologies.

• Collect, analyse, and maintain accurate technical data and development records.

• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and other development materials.

• Conduct literature reviews and gather technical information to support research and development activities.

• Identify and communicate technical issues, deviations, and risks to the responsible engineer.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of development methods and processes.

Core mission Support the R&D team in developing and improving optical technologies by reliably executing assigned research and engineering tasks, maintaining accurate technical information, and continuously developing technical expertise. ** Required superpowers**

• Bachelor’s degree or ongoing Bachelor’s studies in Physics or a related field such as Materials Science, Photonics, or Engineering.

• Basic understanding of optical components, photonics, and laser-related technologies.

• Ability to work according to defined processes, procedures, and technical instructions.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in technical data and documentation.

• Ability to identify and escalate technical issues, deviations, and uncertainties.

• Structured approach to work and good time management.

• Willingness and ability to learn new technologies, methods, and internal procedures.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a team and collaborate with experienced engineers.

• English B2 or higher.

Rewards

• Competitive compensation: €2,100–€3,100 gross + annual bonus scheme (final offer based on your expertise and scope).

• Opportunity to combine work with ongoing studies through a part-time work arrangement.

• €1,000 annual personal benefits budget (MELP): choose what fits you best — health insurance, 3rd pillar pension, or other wellbeing/perks.

• Extra time off that grows with you: +1 paid day off on each work anniversary (up to 5 extra days), on top of standard annual leave.

• Stock option opportunity: a chance to participate in long-term value creation and contribute to meaningful growth initiatives.

• Learning & growth support: a flexible L&D budget for relevant courses, certifications, workshops, and conferences.

• Hybrid work, done right: flexibility and a workplace not tied to a single desk, supported by clear ways of working.

• Team & work support: a separate budget for team-building and work-related tools/items, plus an additional phone budget.

• Great people, healthy culture: a supportive, collaborative team with a superhero mindset — we help each other win — plus company-wide events throughout the year.

• Strong onboarding: structured onboarding, training, and dedicated mentors to help you ramp up smoothly.

• Referral rewards & life moments: referral bonus for successful hires, and one-time support for special occasions (marriage, birth of a child, and other significant life events, per policy).

If you're ready to challenge limits and stand behind work that changes industries and improves lives, you might just belong with us.

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