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Process Engineer (f/m/x)

ZEISS · Jena

Process Engineer (f/m/x)

Employer
ZEISS
Location
Jena
Fields of study
Ingenieurwesen, Physik
Last updated
12 November 2026
connecticum job no.
1867826

Job description

Enabling smaller, more powerful and energy-efficient microchips – shaping tomorrow, today Around 80% of all microchips worldwide are manufactured using ZEISS technologies. As the core of every electronically controlled system, they are indispensable in our daily lives – whether in smartphones, smart homes or smart factories. ZEISS is a technology leader in semiconductor manufacturing equipment. With high-precision lithography optics, photomask systems and process control solutions, ZEISS enables the production of ever smaller, more powerful and more energy-efficient microchips – and thus plays a key role in shaping the age of micro- and nanoelectronics.

Your Role

Plan, analyse and optimise assembly processes to increase process reliability and efficiency Develop, train and maintain manufacturing-related documentation (e.g. work instructions, test instructions) Qualify, implement and document technical changes to existing systems based on technical specifications and customer requirements Support production processes in troubleshooting and derive, implement and follow up on effective corrective actions Contribute to interdisciplinary project teams and provide technical support during new product introductions Provide technical expertise to production planners on process engineering topics

Your Profile

Successfully completed master’s degree or German Diplom degree in physics, mechatronics, optical engineering or a comparable field Experience with the assembly of complex automated machinery and equipment (mechanical, electronic and optical components, vacuum and automation systems) and with lean production principles Strong problem awareness combined with a solution- and results-oriented way of working, and familiarity with common process improvement tools and methods (e.g. Six Sigma, 8D) Strong team player with excellent communication skills and a structured working style Fluent German and English language skills (both required for this role) This position is initially limited to a fixed term of 2 years.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team: Lisa-Marie Alex

About ZEISS

Founded
1846
Employees
10.001 - 50.000
Company language
Deutsch, Englisch
Website
zeiss.de
Careers website
zeiss.de/karriere

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