Module Owner – Mechatronics (f/m/x)

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ZEISS Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology

Enabler for smaller, more powerful, and more energy-efficient microchips

Working for tomorrow today. Around 80 percent of all microchips worldwide are produced using ZEISS technologies. As the centerpiece of every electronically controlled system, You have become an integral part of our everyday lives – whether in smartphones, smart homes or smart professionals. ZEISS is a technology leader in the field of semiconductor manufacturing equipment. With high-precision lithography optics, photomask systems and process control solutions, ZEISS driving the production of ever smaller, increasingly powerful, and more energy-efficient microchips, and thus plays a pivotal role in the age of micro- and nanoelectronics.

drive the development of a mechatronic module, from concept maturation through integration readiness and deployment to the full functional machine

coordinate interdisciplinary work packages across mechanical design, actuators, sensors, controls, software, metrology and system integration

define and execute module design, interfaces, test strategies and verification plans for precise and reliable module performance

plan and steer module development, including milestones, risks, dependencies, design reviews, integration steps and documentation deliverables

support commissioning and troubleshooting, with a focus on alignment, stability, repeatability and manufacturability

act as technical project lead for a small specialist team, ensuring clear priorities, stakeholder alignment and effective collaboration with internal and external partners

Your Profile a university degree in mechatronics, precision engineering, systems engineering, physics or a comparable technical field

strong mechatronics expertise, including precision mechanics, actuators, sensors and control systems, alignment concepts, vibration-sensitive assemblies and machine

experience in developing, integrating and verifying complex modules for high-precision machines, ideally in semiconductor equipment, metrology, lithography or optical systems

good understanding of engineering requirements, interface management, error budgeting, verification planning and structured technical risk management

project management skills for planning work packages, tracking milestones, coordination dependencies, moderating technical decisions and communicating status to stakeholders

experience in collaborating with suppliers, service providers and internal development partners on module design, prototype builds, test execution and issue resolution

very good communication skills in English and German