Laser Process and Techniques Engineer (M/F)

Organisation/Company Aix-Marseille Univ./CNRS Department LP3 Research Field Engineering » Process engineering Physics » Applied physics Researcher Profile Other Profession Positions Research Support Positions Application Deadline 6 Jun 2026 - 12:00 (Europe/Paris) Country France Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 35 Offer Starting Date 1 May 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

In collaboration with the LP3 research team and under the supervision of the LaMP platform managers, the engineer will implement, operate, and develop femtosecond laser micromachining processes. They will ensure the operation, maintenance, and technological advancement of a femtosecond laser processing workstation dedicated to services and collaborative projects. The engineer will also contribute to the technological enhancement of the platform by integrating experimental devices developed through research and will participate in technology transfer to industry.

The main activities include:

• Operation of the femtosecond laser micromachining workstation (implementation, optical adjustments, diagnostics).
• Provision of technological services for academic and industrial partners.
• Participation in the hardware and software development of the platform: design, integration, and testing of add-on modules for the micromachining workstation.
• Routine maintenance and technical support for collaborative R&D projects and platform valorization activities.
• Contribution to the drafting of technical documents (protocols, service reports, operating procedures).

This 2-year contract position is funded by AMIDEX:

Knowledge

• Micromachining technologies, photonics, precision processes, and/or optical metrology.
• Laser physics, laser-matter interaction, ultrafast optics (desirable).
• Basics of CAD/DAO and system automation (desirable).
• English: B2 to C1 (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and data processing software.
• Valued knowledge: Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, equipment control, data acquisition systems.

Operational Skills

• Handling of laser beams and optoelectronic devices.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot (optical, electronic, mechanical).
• Design and integration of experimental modules (optical, mechanical, electronic).
• Adaptability to research environments and industrial collaborations.
• Teamwork, progressive autonomy, and strong technical communication (written and oral).
• Opportunity to develop expertise in optics, plasma, and/or materials through interaction with research teams.

Additional Information

Additional comments

Occasional travel for training, troubleshooting at suppliers, or participation in technical trade shows/workshops.

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute LP3 Laboratory, Aix-Marseille Univ. & CNRS Country France City Marseille Postal Code 13009 Street 163 Av. de Luminy Geofield