Technology Insight Engineer (m/f/d)
Responsibilities
- In this role, you will play a key part in identifying and leveraging technological trends in the field of optics
- Technology Scouting: Identify and gather relevant information from leading universities, companies, and startups in the field of optics—particularly in optical communications, display technologies, AR/VR, optical sensing, and imaging
- Academic Engagement: Attend technical conferences and presentations, engage with speakers, and promptly produce analytical reports highlighting cutting-edge innovations and high-potential technology ideas
- Trend and Market Analysis: Evaluate emerging technologies for their innovation potential and business relevance, and provide strategic recommendations
- Knowledge Sharing: Organize and facilitate internal knowledge-sharing sessions such as seminars, workshops, and expert talks
- Technology Partnerships: Support the identification and assessment of promising technology leads, and contribute to the initiation of technical collaborations and projects
- Internal Communication: Assist in preparing reports and presentations for internal stakeholders
- Networking: Build and maintain relationships with renowned academic organizations (e.g., IEEE Photonics, EOS, PhotonHUB) and connect with key members and experts
- Collaboration Formats: Support the planning and execution of engagement activities with universities and companies, including technical demonstrations and workshops
Profile
- Relevant industry experience
- Master’s degree or higher in Optics Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field. A Ph.D. in physics or optics is strongly preferred
- In-depth knowledge in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable: pptical communication, display technologies, AR/VR systems, optical sensing and imaging technologies
- Solid understanding of short-reach optical communication, data center interconnects, photonic components, and fiber optic networks
- Strong ability to evaluate technological breakthroughs and assess their commercial potential
- Proven skills in identifying challenges, conducting systematic analysis and working in a goal-oriented manner
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Proficiency in additional languages, especially German, advantageous
Benefits
- Interesting tasks in a multinational environment
About Hays
Our many years of recruitment experience and our expert knowledge of the engineering job market make us a strong partner for engineers and technicians. We maintain close relationships with customers across all industries and therefore can provide engineering specialists with exciting projects and attractive job opportunities, drawing on your personal interests and experience. As your professional companion, we support you throughout the entire process, from the first contact to the first day on your new job – all this completely free of charge. Register now and look forward to many interesting and suitable positions and projects.
Staffing process for a permanent or temporary position
- Analysis of qualifications
- Telephone or personal interview
- Contact with customers
- Contract with Hays
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1. Analysis of qualifications
We will review your application documents and carry out a detailed analysis of your professional qualification.
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