Laser Electronics Optical Technician

Focused Energy is a fusion energy startup with the goal of generating unlimited clean energy to responsibly meet future global demand. With the use and commercialization of laser-induced inertial fusion a clean and highly efficient power generation technology is coming within reach suitable to ensure a secure and scalable future energy supply.

We are seeking a Laser Electronics & Optical Technician (LEOT) to support the assembly integration testing and maintenance of advanced laser optical and electro-optical systems used in our fusion energy R&D and prototype platforms. This is a highly hands-on role working closely with laser engineers optical engineers and systems engineers to bring complex high-power laser systems from design into operation.

Youll play a critical role in ensuring our laser subsystems meet demanding performance safety and reliability requirements as we move from experimental setups toward scalable fusion systems.

What youll do:

• Assemble align and test advanced laser and optical systems including beam delivery assemblies

• Perform precision optical alignment and verify laser performance (power wavelength beam quality stability)

• Build wire and troubleshoot laser electronics power supplies drivers and control subsystems

• Diagnose and resolve issues across optical electronic and electro-optical systems in R&D and prototype environments

• Execute preventive maintenance system upgrades and calibration to meet performance and safety requirements

• Operate safely with high energy lasers high-voltage electronics and controlled lab or cleanroom environments

• Document system configurations test results and procedures and collaborate closely with engineers and scientists

• Must be able to work onsite in our facility in Darmstadt.

Who you are:

• Hands-on experience in Electronics Photonics Optics Laser Technology or a related field

• Practical experience assembling aligning and testing laser and optical systems

• Strong electronics troubleshooting skills

• Ability to read electrical schematics and optical diagrams

• Experience using precision electrical and optical test equipment

Preferred:

• Experience with fiber-laser or high-energy laser systems

• Familiarity with laser safety programs or certification (LSO or equivalent)

• Exposure to CAD drawings optical design tools or lab automation systems

• Background in aerospace defense semiconductor medical device or advanced R&D environments

• Experience working in regulated or safety-critical lab settings

What we offer:

• Innovative Technology & Mission: Be part of a cutting-edge company working on groundbreaking research in clean energy and scientific discovery.

• Career Development: We invest in our people. This is an opportunity to join an early growing company at the forefront of new technology where youll have the opportunity to develop and grow your career.

• Collaborative Culture: Work with great people in a dynamic international environment with top-tier scientists engineers and professionals passionate about solving global challenges.

• Ownership: Take ownership from day 1 and drive impact by making decisions solving challenges and shaping the future of our company.

• Your Success is our Success: We offer a competitive salary and company ownership in the form of stock options giving you a direct stake in our success and ownership in what we build together.

• Vacation Days: We support your work-life-balance by granting you 30 days of vacation per year.

• Snacks and Drinks: Our office fridges are never empty. Enjoy our healthy snacks and drinks. Our Darmstadt office even offers a subsidized canteen with delicious lunch options daily.

• Retirement Plan: If you decide for a private pension plan we will finance 15% on top of your monthly contributions.

• Equipment: Choose between a state-of-the-art Windows or Apple addition you will receive a keyboard mouse and headset so you are fully equipped from day 1.

• Events: We organize regular events to foster team bonding encourage collaboration and build a strong supportive company culture. Connect with colleagues across departments share ideas and have fun together both in and outside of the workplace.

• Mobility with NAVIT: We partner with NAVIT to support your flexible commuting needswhether its a public transportation ticket taxi rides or car-sharing you choose what fits your lifestyle.

• Fitness with Wellhub: We care about your health. Get access to a wide range of gyms fitness studios and wellness services across Europe through our partnership with Wellhub.

Focused Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender perception or identity national origin age marital status protected veteran status or disability status.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Focused Energy will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location level job-related knowledge skills and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation equity benefits.

Required Experience:

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