Feinwerkoptiker Expert

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Precision Optics Technician to join our R&D team in Zürich Seebach. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for manufacturing precision lenses, metrology, process development, and equipment maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacturing of precision lenses (aspheres, freeform) on modern CNC machinery
• Metrology of precision optics (tactile, interferometric, etc.)
• Process development and optimization
• Maintenance of equipment and workshop organization
• R&D work environment: Prototype and small series production

Requirements

• Completed professional education in precision optics (Feinwerkoptiker/in EFZ) or several years of related experience in the precision optics industry
• Hands-on experience with grinding and polishing of spherical optics using CNC (preferably Satisloh)
• Hands-on experience with characterization tools, e.g. profilometers, interferometers
• Knowledge of ISO 10110
• Fluent in English (level B1)

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on experience
• Experience with manufacturing of aspherical or freeform optics
• Experience with plastic optics
• Knowledge of CAD design (preferably Autodesk Inventor)
• Experience with optical coating deposition technologies
• Fluency in German

About Us

WayRay is a Swiss-based deep-tech startup on a mission to create a future where any transparent surface is a window into virtual worlds. We value curiosity, experimentation, and innovation, and offer a dynamic work environment that supports our team members to act on their own initiative.

What We Offer

• A R&D environment that offers varied tasks and challenges
• Opportunities to learn new techniques and processes
• Modern, state-of-the-art machine park
• Start-up culture with flat hierarchies
• Competitive salary and bonus for outstanding results
• Benefits package including educational opportunities and stock option plan