Optical Packaging Engineer (f/m/d)

• Your mission
• •Develop and optimize optical assembly and packaging processes for photonic semiconductor devices
• •Take technical ownership of assembly equipment, tooling and related measurement processes
• •Work hands-on with lensed fibers, collimators, FAC and SAC lenses and other optical components
• •Develop and implement advanced optical coupling and thermal management concepts
• •Optimize bonding processes, including epoxy and eutectic bonding
• •Apply structured experimentation and statistical process control (SPC) to improve process capability, quality and yield
• •Transfer new processes and technologies from development into stable production
• •Analyze technical failures, troubleshoot complex process and equipment issues and implement sustainable solutions
• •Collaborate closely with Production, R&D, Quality and other engineering teams
• •Prepare technical and process documentation, including development plans, engineering reports, SOPs and work instructions
• •Train and support production teams on new equipment and processes
• •Support engineering changes, deviation processes and continuous improvement initiatives
• •Ensure compliance with applicable EHS requirements and company standards

• Your profile
• •Bachelor's or Master's degree in Photonics, Optical Engineering, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Microsystems Engineering or a related technical field
• •Professional experience in optical or electro-optical packaging, assembly or process engineering
• •Hands-on experience with optical alignment, coupling and assembly technologies
• •Experience with laser sources, photodetectors and optical components such as lensed fibers, collimators or micro-optics
• •Experience with advanced assembly equipment and automated motion or positioning systems
• •Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• •Ability to independently manage technical projects while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams
• •Fluent English language skills, both written and spoken

• Nice to have
• •Experience with semiconductor back-end or photonic device manufacturing
• •Experience with wire bonding, die bonding, epoxy bonding or eutectic bonding
• •Knowledge of SPC, Design of Experiments (DoE) and statistical data analysis
• •Programming experience with Python and/or LabVIEW
• •Experience with 3D CAD and technical drawings, preferably SolidWorks
• •Experience transferring engineering processes into volume production
• •German language skills are an advantage

Why us? What we offer:

• Shape the future of Photonic Semiconductor packaging
• Location: Dortmund, Germany | Full-time (40 hours/week) | Permanent

Join Innolume

At Innolume, we develop innovative optoelectronic semiconductor technologies for next-generation communication, sensing and photonic applications. Our expertise ranges from advanced quantum-dot and quantum-well technologies to customized photonic devices tailored to our customers' requirements.To strengthen our Engineering team, we are looking for an experienced Optical Packaging Engineer (m/f/d) who is passionate about turning advanced photonic technologies into robust, scalable and production-ready solutions.In this role, you will take ownership of optical assembly and packaging processes – from concept and process development to industrialization and continuous improvement. You will work hands-on with advanced optical components and assembly technologies and collaborate closely with Production, R&D and Quality.If you enjoy combining photonics, precision engineering and manufacturing and want to see your solutions move from development into real-world production, we would love to meet you. Ready to make an impact?

• Join Innolume and help us develop the software that powers the next generation of photonic semiconductor technologies.
• Career starters, graduates, and candidates with initial professional experience are encouraged to apply?
• We look forward to receiving your application.
• Please send your complete application documents to [email protected]
• Innolume GmbH
• Konrad-Adenauer-Allee 11 | 44263 Dortmund
• www.innolume.com

• About usInnolume is an internationally operating specialist for GaAs-, InAs- & InP-based laser diodes. As part of our team you will be able to work on innovative projects from all over the world.
• Our team of experts is always there to help you learn and hone your skills. We offer plenty of opportunities and room for personal and professional development.
• We want to work in a motivating, social environment - which is why we take great care to provide it. A familial work culture and frequent team events are central to this.
• Whether you are new to the field or an experienced employee: We are always searching for new talents to train and integrate into our team of experts. We offer full time positions as well as various internships.