About ZEISS

ZEISS is a global technology leader in optics and optoelectronics, founded in Germany in 1846. In Japan, Carl Zeiss Co., Ltd. was established in 1911 and employs approximately 400 people across five locations. ZEISS Japan supports customers in automotive, electronics, machinery, semiconductor, and medical industries with highly precise and innovative technologies.

The Role

We are seeking an Application Engineer based in Osaka to support and demonstrate ZEISS X-RAY measuring systems. This customer-facing role focuses on pre-sales technical support, system demonstrations, and solution development in close collaboration with the sales team.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver system demonstrations and technical presentations
Provide pre-sales technical support and customer consultations
Propose tailored solutions based on customer requirements
Support exhibitions, webinars, and other customer activities
Build strong customer relationships as a technical advisor

Required Experience

Experience in customer-facing technical roles (application, technical support, or pre-sales)
Hands-on experience with technical equipment in automotive, electronics, or machinery industries
Experience with X-RAY systems or similar inspection equipment
Strong troubleshooting skills
Business-level Japanese and English

Preferred:

Experience with NDT, metrology, CAD, or mechanical engineering
IT/system integration knowledge
Cross-functional teamwork experience
Additional language skills

Working Conditions & Our Benefits

Contract Period: Indefinite

Probation Period: 3 months (extendable up to 6 months)

Work Locations (assignment possible to any):

Base Location Osaka: 3-35-22 Tarumi-cho, Suita-shi, Osaka 564-0062
Until the Osaka Demo Center opens in fall 2026 or later, frequent business trips or short-term transfers to Nagoya are
expected.
(Domestic Travel: 1 -3 times per month & International Travel: 1 – 2 times per year)

Working Hours: 9:00–17:30 with 60 minutes break time

Holidays & Leave: Approx. 125 days per year (weekends, public holidays), Year-end/New Year holidays (Dec 29 – Jan 4). Paid leave: 14–20 days in year one, 20 days in year two, 21–25 days thereafter

Overtime: May occur depending on business needs; compensated per law and company policy

Smoking Policy: No smoking on company premises

Salary & Benefits: Annual salary: ¥4,500,000 – ¥7,000,000+ (gross). Bonus: Paid in accordance with company policy. Commuting allowance provided

Insurance: Health insurance, Employees’ pension, Unemployment insurance, Industrial Accident Compensation, Nursing care insurance

Apply now to take the next step in joining ZEISS, where you can push technological boundaries, shape markets and contribute to the advancement of society.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Lameez Peer, Maho Hatabayashi （畑林真帆 - ハタバヤシマホ）, Nagisa Murakami （村上渚）