Description In this role, you will support the manufacturing of standard products, customized products as well as prototype components and collaborate with departments at our global locations throughout the qualification process. Responsibilities: Leading and managing of our R&D department Advanced technical development for crystal processing methods Management of R&D projects while meeting time and budget targets Optimization and further development of production processes Management of projects for new and/or further developments of production machines and tools Sparring partner for the internal operations and product management organization Collaboration with international and national Coherent locations, universities and research institutes Skills & Qualifications: Successfully completed university degree in e.g. process engineering, physics, mechanical engineering At least 5 years of professional experience and several years of people management responsibility Experience in the area of manufacturing optical components, optical crystals, crystal growing, etc. desirable Very good communication skills Knowledge of common project management methods Fast perception, flexibility and resilience Very good written and spoken German and English skills Willingness to travel (max. 15 %) Benefits: Flexible working time model in a 40-hour week Breakfast, fruit basket, coffee, tea, water at your free disposal International yet familiar environment with strong collegial support across departments and locations Extensive employee support from an external advisory service Job bike offer Benefit program for company shares Easy accessibility by car and public transport as well as free employee parking Option to work from home Have we sparked your interest? If you would like to work with us on the success of the company, then we look forward to receiving your application. Please apply stating your availability and salary expectations.