Optical Testing Manager

NIL Technology (NILT) is a leading manufacturer of micro- and nanostructured optical components for 3D sensor technology and other machine vision applications. Our innovative solutions are at the forefront of the industry, and we are committed to pushing the boundaries of optical technology. Join our dynamic team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge optical components.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Optical Testing Team Manager to lead our optical characterization teams. This role requires a strong leader with excellent management skills to oversee the execution of our testing roadmap, manage supplier relationships, and drive the development of our optical test capabilities. You will also ensure the seamless transition of testing processes to mass production.

Your responsibility is to ensure that the testing teams are organized in a good way and deliver test results efficiently in all product development phases, from prototype to MP.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the optical testing team, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to team members to foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Establish and adapt the testing team organization in the company.
• Report progress to higher management.
• Develop and execute the testing roadmap for NILT, ensuring alignment with company goals and project timelines, and effectively managing resources to meet objectives.
• Interface with external suppliers to specify, validate, and correlate different optical systems, ensuring clear communication and strong partnerships.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in optical testing, maintaining a high level of quality and reliability in all testing activities.
• Occasional hands on testing related work depending on qualifications
• Oversee the transfer of testing processes to mass production.

Qualifications:

• MSc degree or PhD in Microengineering, Optics, Photonics, Physics or a related field.
• Experience in setting up mass production processes is a plus.
• 10+ years of working experience in optical testing and characterization, with a solid background in optics.
• Proven experience in managing teams and projects, with strong leadership and organizational skills, is a must.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present results and challenges clearly to diverse stakeholders.
• Fluency in English; German is a plus.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and collaborative start-up work environment with flat hierarchies.
• Newly built office and cleanroom facilities in the “Seehallen Horgen” next to the train station of Horgen and Lake Zurich.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Flexible working hours and a strong team spirit.

We will evaluate applications as they are received, and we will be happy to receive your application as soon as possible and no later than 10th November 2024.

The start date is as soon as possible.

If you have any questions, please contact Moritz Schmidlin at moritz@nilt.com.

Your application may be stored with the company for up to 6 months unless you request otherwise.

About NILT

NIL Technology (NILT), founded in 2006, is an optical solutions company designing, developing, and manufacturing optical elements and components using high-precision nanoscale features. The company is backed by several industry-independent investors: Jolt Capital, NGP Capital, Swisscanto, Vaekstfonden, and the European Innovation Council (EIC). NILT creates competitive advantages with flat optics in optical applications for 3D sensing, consumer electronics, machine vision, autonomous vehicles, telecommunication, and AR/VR/MR displays; all solutions made by diffractive optical elements (DOE) and metalenses/meta optical elements (MOE). NILT is based in Denmark and has offices in Switzerland, Sweden, and the US. Visit us at www.nilt.com.