R&D Internship in Technology Development
Dietikon, Zurich, SwitzerlandEngineering – Optotune /Full-time /On-siteOptotune is a strongly growing and internationally active optics company based in Dietikon, Switzerland. We develop, manufacture and market the latest generation of adaptive optical elements for industrial and consumer market.We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic intern to join our research and development team working on technology development. The focus of this internship will be the low-level software development for the control of a newly developed machine. The R&D intern will work under the guidance of senior engineers to assist with ongoing research, development, and testing of new products. This is a full-time internship position for a duration of a minimum 6 months, starting as soon as available.
Tasks
1. Assist in and proactively design in-house software to control a machine under development (in Python and C#)
2. Independently write and test code packages
3. Conduct test runs and analyze experimental data using appropriate statistical methods and tools
4. Collaborate with team members on the design of the machine
5. Participate in team meetings and contribute to team discussions and problem-solving
6. Maintain accurate and organized records of experimental data and results
7. Development of small hardware components (electronics, firmware) is possible
Requirements
8. Finished or currently enrolled in an MSc degree in physics, mechanical, electrical, or optical engineering or a related field
9. Previous experience in programming and data analysis
10. Understanding of basic optics and physics principles and laboratory techniques
11. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
12. Ability to work independently and in a team environment
13. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
14. Experience in electronics is a plus
Benefits
15. Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in the field of liquid lenses
16. Gain hands-on experience with experimental design and data analysis
17. Exposure to a fast-paced, innovative R&D environment
18. Mentorship from experienced engineers
19. Potential for future employment opportunities