Junior Product Development Engineer

Wage (gross)
from 1 800 EUR per month + willingness to overpay with respect to prior experience

Optotune is growing, internationally active optics company with offices in Switzerland and Slovakia. We design, manufacture, and market cutting-edge adaptive optical elements for both industrial and consumer applications.

Junior Product Development Engineer supports the development of new products from concept to production. The role involves collaboration with project and engineering teams on product design, testing, and validation, as well as improving existing solutions. The candidate will participate in technical analyses, documentation, and product functionality verification. This position is ideal for a recent graduate or young engineer who wants to gain hands-on experience in product development and testing within an innovative environment.

Tasks

• Collaboration in the development of new products and support for the project team throughout the entire product lifecycle
• Assisting in the design, testing, analysis, and validation of new products under the guidance of experienced engineers
• Cooperation in the development and modification of technical equipment for testing and measurement
• Collection and analysis of test data, verification of product functionality and quality – experience or interest in Python is an advantage
• Support in product testing during EVT, DVT, and PVT phases, as well as preparation of test reports
• Participation in the development and integration of testing equipment into production lines
• Assistance in creating technical, product, and project documentation
• Collaboration in the introduction of equipment into production (IQ, OQ, PQ)
• Support in the creation and updating of FMEA (DFMEA, PFMEA) during product development
• Participation in activities focused on process improvement, production yield enhancement, and change management (CMP – Change Management Process)

Requirements

• Technical education
• Basic knowledge of CAD software and testing methodologies
• Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and willingness to learn new technologies
• Good communication skills and a team-oriented approach
• Interest or basic knowledge in programming or data analysis (Python experience is a plus)
• Awareness of quality and reliability tools such as FMEA, DOE, or SPC is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent knowledge of English and Slovak (proficiency)

Benefits

• Exciting professional exchange in a fast-growing high-tech international environment
• Work in a creative team with the development of own products
• Flexible working hours
• Annual salary review and annual bonus
• Loyalty bonuses
• Pension fund
• Referral program
• Newborn baby voucher and 1 extra paid day off
• Wedding day - A paid day off
• Birthday company gift
• Discounted meal allowances
• Gifts during the year (International Women's Day, Traditional Trnava Fun Fair, St. Claus Day, Christmas, etc.)
• Employee health support
• Company events (teambuildings)
• Opportunity for professional growth

Why us?

• Work in a fast-growing high-tech environment
• A variety of challenging tasks and support from highly qualified professionals
• Start-up flair mixed with SME professionalism
• Flexible working environment, home office & part time work
• Opportunities for personal development and further education
• A respectful and supportive corporate culture with a lot of fun
• Awesome regular company events!
• More details you can find here

At Optotune, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, innovative environment where creativity and collaboration drive technological progress. Join us and help shape the future of adaptive optics. Only CV in English needed. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, background, or identity.