Senior Engineer Optical Coating - Augmented Reality(m/w/d)*

Über unsAs a Senior Engineer Optical Coating -
Augmented Reality (m/w/d)* at SCHOTT, you will play a key role in
shaping next‑generation Augmented Reality (AR) systems. You will
join a global, fast‑moving team that transforms innovative ideas
into high‑performance optical components through optical and
mechanical design, advanced simulation techniques, thin‑film
coating development and process engineering.We are looking for a
product‑oriented coating expert who thrives at the intersection of
materials science, optics, and manufacturing—someone who can turn
concepts into manufacturable coating solutions, guide
cross‑functional teams, and drive coating technologies from
prototype to high‑volume consumer production.Our environment values
initiative, collaboration, and technical curiosity. The ideal
candidate brings deep expertise in optical thin films and enjoys
working end‑to‑end—from design and simulation to validation,
customer engagement, and scaling.Ihre AufgabenPerform optical
coating simulations; propose new coating designs; challenge and
optimize existing solutions for manufacturability and process
capability. Partner closely with optical designers to develop
advanced AR waveguides, specifying and optimizing coating
architectures that achieve superior optical performance while
ensuring high volume production capability.Lead development
projects for coating processes and designs, including process
transfer activities across sites and expert training.Own coating
related communication channels with customers; support technical
negotiations and change management at product and process
level.Manage feasibility studies for coating designs and processes
in close collaboration with production, development, and quality
teams.Support New Product Introduction activities to scale coatings
into mass manufacturing.Contribute to qualification activities,
resolve coating related quality issues, and guide improvements
based on data and simulation insights.Conduct competitive analyses
and benchmark coating technologies, recommending development
measures for product or process improvements.Maintain and expand
SCHOTT’s internal and external expert network in the coating and AR
ecosystem.Ihr ProfilDegree in engineering, physics, materials
science, or related field.7+ years of experience in thin film
optical coating development (design, processing, simulation).Strong
understanding of optical component manufacturing and coating
process technologies.Proficiency with coating design and simulation
tools; familiarity with scripting or automation workflows.Hands-on
experience in thin-film coating measurement and
characterization.Experience analyzing coating performance through
data driven methods (e.g., simulation to measurement correlation,
tolerances).Ability to solve complex technical challenges with a
pragmatic, product focused mindset.Strong communication skills in
English; willingness to travel internationally.Ihr BenefitSo offen
SCHOTT für Ihre Weiterentwicklung ist, so umfangreich ist unser
Angebot an zusätzlichen Benefits. Von einem aktiven
Gesundheitsmanagement, flexiblen Arbeitszeiten, bis zur
betrieblichen Altersvorsorge, alles abgestimmt auf Ihre Ziele und
Bedürfnisse.Entdecken Sie eine besondere Unternehmenskultur, in der
alle Personen die Chancen haben, sich zu entfalten.Bei SCHOTT
erwartet Sie eine einzigartige Unternehmenskultur, in der
Menschlichkeit, Diversität und Inklusivität großgeschrieben werden.
Denn wir wissen: motivierte und engagierte Mitarbeitende sind
Voraussetzung für den Erfolg unseres Unternehmens.Flexible
Arbeitszeiten; Ganzheitliches betriebliches Gesundheitsmanagement;
TalententwicklungIhr persönlicher KontaktEs erwarten Sie sowohl
interessante und herausfordernde Aufgaben in Feldern, die unsere
Zukunft beeinflussen, als auch ein motiviertes und nettes Team.
Wollen Sie mit uns erfolgreich sein? Dann senden Sie uns Ihre
Bewerbung zu: SCHOTT AG, Human Resources, Heike Haertling*Bei
SCHOTT zählt Ihre Persönlichkeit – nicht Geschlecht, Identität oder
Herkunft.PandoLogic. Keywords: Optical Engineer, Location: Mainz,
RP - 55128