Optical Surface Manufacturing Engineer
Zeiss
Optical Surface Manufacturing Engineer
Zeiss
Manufactures high-precision optical instruments and devices
At ZEISS Extended Reality (XRX), a newly established global Strategic Business Unit in the scale-up phase, we are dedicated to innovation and excellence. Our goal is to deliver cutting-edge XR vision correction and optical systems to consumers around the world, ensuring we are the preferred partner in the XR market. We empower our customers and individuals with solutions that enhance productivity and change the way we work and live.
Plan and execute trials for new materials, lens geometries and prototype manufacturing
Document results and provide recommendations on feasibility and scalability
Develop and optimize machines, tools and process parameters for generating (grinding, milling, turning), polishing and edging of optical components and in particular prescription lenses made of various plastic and mineral materials
Collaborate with equipment suppliers on process capability, hardware and software upgrades and acceptance tests
Establish robust process windows and standard operating procedures to ensure quality, repeatability and yield to support a smooth transfer from lab/prototype stage into stable series production
Analyze process performance, implement continuous improvements and support troubleshooting of production issues
Take care of preventive maintenance of the equipment
Bachelor’s degree in production engineering, mechanical engineering, precision engineering, or related field
Experienced in lens surfacing or precision optics manufacturing in an industrial environment
Practical knowledge of lens surfacing machinery (e.g. freeform generators, polishers, edgers) and associated process parameters
Experience with optical quality standards and inspection methods
Systematic, structured approach to process development and documentation
Ability to work hands-on with machines, tools and measurement equipment in a production or lab environment
Rooted in the ZEISS culture, we prioritize collaboration, integrity, ambition, and an entrepreneurial growth mindset, all supported by a commitment to continuous learning. We foster an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives and performance are valued and important to our success. Our teams are encouraged to grow both personally and professionally. At XRX, we offer competitive compensation packages and benefits, and ample opportunities for professional development. Join us and be part of a team that champions innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:
Ronan McHughZEISS is a global leader in optics and optoelectronics, serving medical professionals, industrial manufacturers, consumers, and the semiconductor industry. It designs and sells high-precision optical instruments, medical devices, semiconductor manufacturing equipment, and vision care products such as corrective lenses and eye-health services. Its products rely on advanced optics and imaging technologies to deliver accurate inspection, diagnosis, and manufacturing outcomes across healthcare, industrial quality control, consumer optics, and chip fabrication. What sets ZEISS apart is its breadth and depth: a long-standing scale in multiple markets, integrated solutions across optics, imaging, metrology, and precision engineering, and a commitment to sustainability in electricity use and carbon emissions. The company’s goal is to advance optics and optoelectronics by providing reliable, high-quality tools and services worldwide while operating in a sustainable way.
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