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Thorlabs

Project Manager – Spectrometer Development

Thorlabs

Project Manager leading spectrometer development in a hybrid role, coordinating with various engineering teams. Focusing on optical system design from concept to production.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeBergkirchen • 🇩🇪 GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead development projects while actively working on the systems
  • Develop new spectrometer concepts and optical designs
  • Define requirements and develop system architectures
  • Build and test prototypes in the laboratory
  • Analyze and optimize spectral resolution, efficiency, and stray light
  • Coordinate development with mechanical, electronics, firmware, and production engineers
  • Collaborate with external suppliers
  • Support new products from concept through to series production

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Degree in Physics, Optics, Photonics or a related field
  • Several years of professional experience (approx. 3–5 years) as a project manager in optical systems or spectroscopy
  • Solid hands-on experience in assembling and testing optical systems
  • Strong interest in independently implementing and advancing technical projects
  • Structured, solution-oriented way of working and a strong affinity for practical development work
  • Very good communication skills in German and English, both written and spoken

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Flexible working hours (by individual arrangement), 30 days of vacation, remote working options
  • Company pension plan & health insurance offerings
  • Support for your individual development and career progression
  • Wide range of health and sports activities (Urban Sports Club, company run, etc.)
  • Leasing options (e.g., JobRad)
  • Free charging stations for e-bikes and electric cars
  • Possibility of taking a time-out
  • Annual employee events and social activities

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Hard Skills & Tools
Optical DesignSpectrometer ConceptsSystem Architecture DevelopmentPrototype TestingSpectral Resolution AnalysisEfficiency OptimizationStray Light AnalysisHands-On Experience in Optical SystemsTechnical Project ImplementationLaboratory Testing
Soft Skills
Structured Problem SolvingSolution-Oriented ApproachStrong Communication Skills