Optical R&D technician (F/H/D), Meylan

Our passion for science and technology drives our approximately 62,000 employees in 65 countries to address some of today’s toughest challenges and develop more sustainable ways of living.

In our rapidly changing and uncertain world, factors such as an aging population, chronic diseases, AI, climate change, and other megatrends have created an appetite for scientific breakthroughs that can make a positive difference across our global society. The pace of change will increase over coming decades as technologies evolve and converge in ways that fundamentally transform how we live and work. For us at Merck, change is not a threat but an opportunity as we have proven for over more than 350 years.

Mission

• The position is integrated into the Innovation Team, reporting to the Head of Innovation, to support R&D engineers in the development of optical and optomechanical experimental setups:
  
• Participate in the development and the optimization of advanced optical systems for semiconductor inspection and metrology applications with our innovation team.
• Conduct experiments, collect and analyze data to validate performance and reliability of optical components and systems.
• Assist in the design, assembly, and testing of experimental setups.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose optical system issues to ensure optimal functionality.
• Contribute to the documentation of processes and procedures.
• Manage the optical laboratory, ensuring efficient organization and safety.

Profile

• Bachelor, IUT, BTS degree in Optics, Photonics, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience (3-5 years minimum) with optical components, optomechanical set-ups, lasers, detectors, and imaging systems.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Fluency in French and/or English with knowledge of the other language.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.