R&D Engineer – Process Innovation

Are you passionate about cutting-edge photonics and process innovation? Do you want to develop the processes that will enable new types of diffraction gratings – and make a real difference in industries ranging from green energy to healthcare?

We’re looking for a talented optical or nanotech engineer to join our R&D team, where we design and manufacture world-class transmission grating utilizing the advanced processes of the semiconductor industry.

Why Join Ibsen Photonics?

At Ibsen Photonics, we combine state-of-the-art technology with a strong sense of purpose. Our products help advance green energy, improve healthcare diagnostics, and enable innovation across a wide range of industries.

Since 2014, we have 5-doubled our revenue, reaching annual sales of more than 150 MDKK. We are 85 dedicated colleagues working from our R&D and manufacturing facility in Farum, just outside Copenhagen.

  • Grow with us: We offer a dynamic, innovation-driven culture with flat hierarchies, agile decision-making, and opportunities to lead innovative projects.
  • Balance your work-life: We have flexible conditions and a supportive, multicultural team that values both technical excellence and personal well-being.
  • Make a tangible impact: Your work will directly influence products used in sustainable energy, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing.
  • Be part of something bigger: Join a company committed to sustainability (aligned with UN SDGs) and cutting-edge technology.

Your role: Process developer

You will join our 10-person Grating R&D team. Our core technology and expertise revolve around understanding materials, processes, and equipment at the highest level.

Your role will focus on:

  • Process innovation incl. photoresist-based lithography and plasma etch.
  • Product development for global applications.
  • Modelling and statistical analysis using tools such as Python, T-SQL, JMP, VBA and LabVIEW
  • Identification and launching of new advanced equipment.

Depending on your particular skills the role could include responsibility for one of our semiconductor production equipments or processes (e.g. SEM, ICP, AFM, wafer dicing, bonding, DUV Lithography)

What you bring

We are looking for someone who is both technically strong and a great team player. That is:

  • Hands-on experience in nanofabrication, free-space optics or automating workflows with coding.
  • A deep curiosity and problem-solving mindset regarding process development and optimization.
  • A proactive and determined attitude – you take initiative and drive projects forward.
  • A structured and analytical approach to troubleshooting and quality assurance.
  • A collaborative mindset – you thrive in a diverse, international environment and value teamwork.
  • Strong communication skills – fluency in English is required, as well as willingness to learn Danish.

Ideally you also have

  • An in depth understanding of polymer and plasma chemistry.
  • Experience with statistical modelling.
  • Some project management experience.

What we offer

  • A workplace where your ideas matter – and where you will see them come to life
  • A culture where everyone contributes to a shared goal – and takes pride in the result
  • A friendly, respectful work environment with regular social events
  • Flexible working hours
  • Competitive salary and benefits (details can be discussed during the interview)

Ready to make a difference?

If you believe you are the right candidate for the position, please click ‘Apply for this position’ below to send your CV and cover letter. We are looking to recruit as soon as possible but will keep the positions open until we have found the right candidates. If you want more information about the positions, please call Dines Nøddegaard Erschens on +45 4434 7022 or email dne@ibsen.com.

We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

About Ibsen Photonics

Ibsen’s core technology is optical transmission gratings and grating based spectrometers, which we design, manufacture and supply to customers worldwide. Our spectrometers find their way into medical devices and scientific instruments used in sustainable energy, industrial, pharmaceutical, life sciences, security, and many other applications.

We work closely with our customers to create value adding solutions, sharing our extensive technical knowledge in an open and honest work environment with a flat “Scandinavian” hierarchical structure.

You will join a rapidly growing company employing 85 people at our facility just north of Copenhagen, and realising an annual turnover of more than 150 MDKK. We work actively with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and strive to make our business fully sustainable.