Confocal Microscopy Engineer

Confocal Microscopy Engineer (m/f/d)

Location: Berlin, Germany

Type: Permanent

Advancing Optical Imaging for Precision Measurement

Join an innovative engineering team developing advanced confocal microscopy solutions for industrial inspection, precision measurement, and high-technology manufacturing applications. Our optical imaging systems enable detailed surface analysis, defect detection, and three-dimensional characterisation of complex components where accuracy and resolution are critical.

As a Confocal Microscopy Engineer, you will contribute to the development, optimisation, and validation of next-generation optical imaging systems. Working across optics, imaging, hardware, and software, you will help improve system performance and deliver advanced measurement solutions for demanding industrial applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise confocal microscopy systems for industrial imaging and measurement applications.
• Improve optical system performance, including resolution, stability, and measurement accuracy.
• Analyse and interpret complex imaging data to support system development and application requirements.
• Support the integration, testing, and validation of optical imaging solutions.
• Develop and improve imaging workflows, measurement methods, and system calibration procedures.
• Investigate technical challenges and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with optics, software, mechanical engineering, and R&D teams.
• Support customer applications, demonstrations, and technical evaluations where required.

Requirements

• Experience with confocal microscopy, optical imaging systems, or advanced microscopy techniques.
• Strong understanding of optical principles, imaging systems, and photonics technologies.
• Background in Physics, Photonics, Optical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience analysing and interpreting imaging data.
• Knowledge of image processing, optical characterisation, or measurement techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured approach to engineering challenges.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary development teams.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with image processing techniques and analysis tools.
• Programming experience in Python, MATLAB, C++, or similar technical environments.
• Knowledge of automation, motion control, or precision instrumentation.
• Experience developing optical systems for semiconductor, industrial inspection, or precision manufacturing applications.

Join Us

Be part of a highly skilled engineering team pushing the boundaries of optical imaging technology. You will work on innovative confocal microscopy solutions that enable advanced inspection and measurement capabilities across high-tech industries, helping shape the future of precision manufacturing and optical engineering.