Engineer Advanced Technology

Kurz zusammengefasst

We are seeking a Laboratory Engineer Advanced Technology to run the Advanced Technology laboratory in Meiningen for Adtran, a leading European maker of optical connectivity solutions spanning access to long‑haul networks. The role sits within the Advanced Technology department, which prepares future technologies and new products in a large research lab equipped with state‑of‑the‑art high‑performance devices, and works closely with the adjacent R &D laboratory on complex experimental setups. Day‑to‑day duties include organising and maintaining the laboratory's operational capability, assembling and executing experiments on optical transmission systems, sub‑systems and distributed fiber‑sensing with a focus on the physical layer. You will help colleagues choose appropriate devices, design experimental rigs, calibrate measurement equipment, and ensure laser‑safety compliance. The position also supports national and international projects, requiring reliable data collection and analysis. The essential qualifications are a diploma, bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, physics or a related field, solid programming abilities aimed at laboratory automation, and strong knowledge of optical transmission technologies and fiber effects. Prior hands‑on experience characterising optical sub‑systems or full systems in a lab setting is required, together with good presentation and communication skills, an innovative and highly motivated attitude, and fluency in written and spoken English. Fluency in German is considered an additional advantage. Working at Adtran offers an international, multicultural environment with a team‑oriented culture, flexible working‑hour models, internal training programmes, and various allowances such as fitness, commuting, and childcare support, plus free drinks, fruit and employee discounts. What the role asks for: - Diploma, Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Physics or related - Strong programming skills for laboratory automation - Good knowledge of optical transmission technologies and fiber effects - Laboratory experience in optical sub‑system or system characterization - Good presentation and communication abilities - Innovative, highly motivated personality - Fluent written and oral English - German language fluency (nice‑to‑have)