At NTS, we make it possible together. Technology inspires and drives us; it is our passion. Every day we work on unique solutions to complex challenges. Whether it’s ultra-complex or ultra-precise solutions, we are proud of what we do and what we deliver. Want to discover what’s possible together?
Do you want to exceed customer expectations and achieve the highest customer satisfaction? Are you driven, enthusiastic, and do you get energized by high-tech product development? Then start as Optical Lead Engineer at NTS Optel and let’s make it possible together.
As an Optical Design Engineer, you develop innovative optical systems and modules for high-tech applications. Working in a multidisciplinary engineering team, you translate customer needs into robust optical solutions and contribute throughout the full development cycle, from concept and design to prototype validation and product realization.
Designing and optimizing optical systems and modules.
Translating customer and system requirements into optical concepts and specifications.
Performing optical simulations and analyses, preferably using Zemax.
Selecting and specifying optical components and subsystems.
Developing, integrating and testing prototypes and proof-of-concepts.
Defining and executing verification and validation activities to ensure performance requirements are met.
MSc or PhD in Applied Physics, Optics, Photonics, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in the development of optical systems, instruments, or modules.
Proven expertise in optical design, modelling, and simulation using tools such as Zemax.
Hands-on experience with optical system integration, alignment, and performance characterization.
Experience with product development, including prototyping, verification, and validation.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and with customers.
Nice to have:
Experience in semiconductor, analytical, medical or photonics applications.
Knowledge of imaging systems, microscopy, laser systems or metrology.
Experience in a multidisciplinary high-tech environment.
At NTS, we combine our passion for technology with innovative solutions to complex challenges. You get the freedom and trust to fully use and develop your talents in a dynamic and energetic environment. We invest in both technology and your personal development. With this role, we offer:
A salary ranging from €4,700 to €6,900;
Personal growth and development opportunities through training and education;
27 vacation days and 13 additional ADV days;
Excellent pension scheme via PME;
Travel allowance up to 50 km single commute at €0.21 per km;
Mobility scheme or lease car (depending on role requirements);
Laptop and mobile phone (if applicable to the role);
About NTS
We deliver unique solutions to complex challenges and drive technological advancement for our customers. By combining development, manufacturing, and assembly, we play a key role in integrating the supply chain. We bring together the best skills and brightest ideas into working systems for the world’s most advanced semiconductor, opto-mechatronic, and analytical solutions.
As a Tier-1 supplier to OEMs, we operate internationally with sites across Europe, Asia, and the US. While we are a global organization, we remain strongly rooted in our local teams and communities. Our people are the core of NTS. Their craftsmanship, customer focus, and technical expertise define who we are. Together, we build a culture we can be proud of—because we make it possible together.
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NTS is a technology company that develops, builds, and maintains advanced opto-mechatronic systems and modules for high-tech industries such as semiconductors.