Shaping the future of wafer‑level optics — together

Are you passionate about precision measurements and hands-on optical testing?

As our new Optical Testing Technician, you will play a key role in testing nano- and micro-optical components, improving measurement setups, and supporting the development of reliable optical test processes. This is a great opportunity to grow your expertise in a fast-moving, multidisciplinary environment at the forefront of nano- and micro-optics innovation.

Based in our modern office and cleanroom facilities in Seehallen Horgen, right next to Lake Zürich, you will join an experienced, collaborative team working on optical testing, laboratory processes, and the development of next-generation optical components and modules.

You will be part of an ambitious company where we win together. Team spirit and mutual success are key components in our everyday work culture.

Tasks and responsibilities

Optical Testing

Execution of optical Testing of nano- and micro-optical components for our ongoing customer projects.

Test Setup Improvement

Implement test setup improvements and optimizations. Automate processes and measurement workflows.

Test System Maintenance and Monitoring

Maintenance and monitoring of test setups and test machines to ensure reliable and efficient operation.

Measurement Reporting and Data Analysis Support

Creation of measurement reports, clear documentation of results, and contributing to the development of data analysis and continuous improvement of measurement workflows.

Laboratory Support

Various tasks in the optics laboratory, including hands-on support for testing and setup activities.

Skills, experiences and qualifications we are looking for

• Vocational training as a physics laboratory technician, a degree in engineering (FH/University, minimum Bachelor’s), or comparable technical education
• Experience in metrology
• Experience in working in the lab, ideally optics lab
• Basic knowledge of at least one programming language, ideally Python
• Independent working style
• English language skills

Questions You are welcome to reach out to hiring manager: Moritz Schmidlin, Head of Modules, moritz@nilt.com

Interested?

Please forward your CV and application letter incl. answers to the 2 questions below, no later than

13 July EOB. We look forward to hearing from you.

1. Metrology and testing experience

Describe a specific metrology task you have worked on: What was your role, and what technical challenges did you overcome?

2. Documentation

Share an example of how you improved, optimized, or automated the test reporting process.

About NIL Technology

NIL Technology (NILT), founded in 2006, is an optical solutions company designing, developing, and manufacturing optical elements and components using high-precision nanoscale features. NILT creates competitive advantages with flat optics (meta-optics) in optical applications for 3D sensing, consumer electronics, machine vision, autonomous vehicles, telecommunication, and AR. With its background in mastering for nanoimprint, the company produces masters and offers nano-foundry services. NILT is based in Denmark and has offices in Switzerland, Sweden, US, and a manufacturing in Malaysia. Visit us at www.nilt.com. NILT is owned by Radiant Opto-Electronics Corporation (www.radiant.com.tw).