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Laser Diode Technology Engineer(m/w/x)
Leading next-generation laser diode development and R&D for fusion energy. 3+ years in systems engineering or technical project management in multi-physics environments required. Stock options, 30 days vacation, hybrid work.
Requirements
- Master's degree (or higher) in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Systems Engineering, or related field
- 3+ years in systems engineering, product development, or technical project management in multi-physics environment
- Manage multi-partner R&D projects, coordinating external and internal teams
- Translate R&D outputs to manufacturable products: design-for-manufacturing, supplier coordination, prototype-to-production transitions
- Strong cost and manufacturability mindset
- English fluency
- Self-directed, structured, comfortable in fast-moving startup
- Preferred: Experience with high-power diode lasers
Tasks
- Own and drive the Diode Advance Program
- Scope, schedule, budget, manage risks, and deliverables
- Lead next-generation development and exploratory R&D
- Confirm manufacturability and optimize subsystem costs
- Serve as primary technical interface with research partners
- Oversee evolutionary and high-risk diode bar development
- Coordinate manufacturability reviews with diode manufacturers
- Manage design-review cycles for commercial scalability
- Maintain confidentiality between competing manufacturers
- Drive power-supply and cooling cost reductions
- Collaborate with industrial partners for benchmarking
- Redesign and prototype improved driver electronics
- Scout and onboard additional industrial partners
- Provide technical inputs to diode cost model
- Translate cost targets into engineering requirements
- Communicate program progress, risks, and decisions
- Engage executive leadership and stakeholders
Work Experience
- 3 years
Education
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
Benefits
Competitive Pay
- Stock options
More Vacation Days
- 30 days of vacation
Flexible Working
- Hybrid work setup
- Work from home flexibility
Snacks & Drinks
- Healthy snacks and drinks
Free or Subsidized Food
- Subsidized canteen
Retirement Plans
- Private pension plan financing
Modern Equipment
- State-of-the-art Windows or Apple Laptop
- Keyboard, mouse and headset
Team Events
- Regular team events
Public Transport Subsidies
- Commuting support via NAVIT
Healthcare & Fitness
- Fitness access via Wellhub
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Leading next-generation laser diode development and R&D for fusion energy. 3+ years in systems engineering or technical project management in multi-physics environments required. Stock options, 30 days vacation, hybrid work.
Requirements
- Master's degree (or higher) in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Systems Engineering, or related field
- 3+ years in systems engineering, product development, or technical project management in multi-physics environment
- Manage multi-partner R&D projects, coordinating external and internal teams
- Translate R&D outputs to manufacturable products: design-for-manufacturing, supplier coordination, prototype-to-production transitions
- Strong cost and manufacturability mindset
- English fluency
- Self-directed, structured, comfortable in fast-moving startup
- Preferred: Experience with high-power diode lasers
Tasks
- Own and drive the Diode Advance Program
- Scope, schedule, budget, manage risks, and deliverables
- Lead next-generation development and exploratory R&D
- Confirm manufacturability and optimize subsystem costs
- Serve as primary technical interface with research partners
- Oversee evolutionary and high-risk diode bar development
- Coordinate manufacturability reviews with diode manufacturers
- Manage design-review cycles for commercial scalability
- Maintain confidentiality between competing manufacturers
- Drive power-supply and cooling cost reductions
- Collaborate with industrial partners for benchmarking
- Redesign and prototype improved driver electronics
- Scout and onboard additional industrial partners
- Provide technical inputs to diode cost model
- Translate cost targets into engineering requirements
- Communicate program progress, risks, and decisions
- Engage executive leadership and stakeholders
Work Experience
- 3 years
Education
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
Benefits
Competitive Pay
- Stock options
More Vacation Days
- 30 days of vacation
Flexible Working
- Hybrid work setup
- Work from home flexibility
Snacks & Drinks
- Healthy snacks and drinks
Free or Subsidized Food
- Subsidized canteen
Retirement Plans
- Private pension plan financing
Modern Equipment
- State-of-the-art Windows or Apple Laptop
- Keyboard, mouse and headset
Team Events
- Regular team events
Public Transport Subsidies
- Commuting support via NAVIT
Healthcare & Fitness
- Fitness access via Wellhub
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About the Company
Focused Energy
Industry
EnergyAutomation
Description
Focused Energy is a fusion energy startup aiming to generate unlimited clean energy to meet future global demand.
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