Photonic Lab & Production Specialist
Descrizione dell'offerta
Photonic Lab & Production Specialist
Milan, Italy · Full-time · On-site with flexibility
Do you want to help build the next generation of photonic technologies? At PhotonPath, you’ll work side by side with engineers and researchers to bring innovative devices from the lab bench to production.
We’re looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented, and curious person who loves working in the lab and wants to play an active role in assembling, testing, and improving real photonic products. In this role, you will assemble and characterize optical and electronic systems, carry out testing and calibration activities, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our production workflows.
Key Responsibilities
- Assemble and characterize optical and electronic setups in the lab
- Perform testing, calibration, and quality control procedures
- Analyse data and support troubleshooting activities
- Collaborate with the R&D team to optimize processes and improve system reliability
- Manage lab components and equipment
- Support procurement of tools and technical supplies
✅ Requirements
- Technical diploma or equivalent education in a scientific/technical field
- 2–3 years of experience in similar roles (production, testing, lab work)
- Strong precision, organization, and manual skills
- Familiarity with optical instrumentation and fiber handling (even acquired through academic or training experiences -gaps can be covered through internal onboarding)
- Proactive and problem-solving mindset
- Commitment to safety standards and procedures
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Good command of English
Nice to have:
- Experience with Python for scripting or instrument control
- Basic understanding of photonics or optical networks
- 3D design or mechanical prototyping skills
About PhotonPath
PhotonPath is a European deep tech company specialized in integrated photonics. Founded in 2019 as a spinoff of Politecnico di Milano, we operate between Milan and Trento, where our R&D lab and manufacturing facilities are located.
We are in a scale-up phase , backed by leading industrial partners and investors. Every team member has a direct impact on our success -no bureaucracy, no rigid hierarchy.