Process Engineer - Coating & Optics

·         World-leading international organisation with a dynamic brand

·         Hands-on technical role with significant scope and variety

·         Tonsley Innovation District in Adelaide (SA)

·         Full-time position working with global teams

ZEISS is an international leader in the optics and opto-electronics industries. The ZEISS Group develops and distributes semiconductor manufacturing equipment, measuring technology, microscopes, medical technology, eyeglass lenses, camera and cine lenses, binoculars and planetarium technology. With its solutions, the company advances the world of optics and helps shape technological progress.

We have an exciting opportunity for an early or mid-career Process Engineer to join our Customer Enablement team at Tonsley. This is a hands-on, self-driven technical role working with coating technologies and optical manufacturing processes across our global network. You will work across process development, testing and optimisation, installation and qualification, problem solving and technical customer support, with opportunities to work with ZEISS teams and customers internationally.

What you’ll be doing

·         Develop, test, optimise and troubleshoot coating and manufacturing processes.

·         Support process and equipment installation, commissioning and qualification.

·         Conduct practical trials and evaluate products, materials and process performance.

·         Provide technical support and training to customers and ZEISS teams.

·         Work hands-on in our laboratory and at customer and ZEISS sites around the world.

What we’re looking for

·         A qualification in engineering, science or a related technical discipline, or substantial relevant industry experience.

·         Ideally three or more years’ experience in coating technology, process engineering, manufacturing, applied science or a related technical environment.

·         Practical coating experience; knowledge of optics or optical manufacturing would be an advantage but is not essential.

·         A hands-on, practical approach, strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently, take initiative and follow activities through to completion.

·         A confident communicator who enjoys working with people across different disciplines, cultures and locations.

·         A genuine willingness to travel domestically and internationally and work flexibly with global teams.

What’s great about working at ZEISS

·         Exclusive discounts on ZEISS lenses, sunglasses and other optical products

·         Employee Benefits Program with access to everyday savings

·         Corporate discount on private health insurance

·         Modern Tonsley office close to public transport, with onsite parking available

·         Supportive, family-friendly workplace culture

·         Foundation-owned company with a long-term vision and strong values

If you have the technical experience, practical mindset and enthusiasm to join our team, please apply now!

You must have the right to live and work in Adelaide to apply for this role. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Kylie Bruce