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Senior Project Engineer

ZürichFull-time2026-09-28 → 2026-10-15
On-site

Core

Senior hybrid role combining technical project/program management with hands-on R&D and laser engineering to drive advanced laser technology projects and industrialization.

Role type

Senior IC project engineer (laser physics & optics)

Builds

Advanced laser systems, ultrafast laser technology, optical and nonlinear optical systems

Domain

Photonics, laser physics, ultrafast lasers, nonlinear optics

Required skills

Laser physics, ultrafast lasers, nonlinear optics, optical engineering, technical project management, program management, R&D engineering, complex technology development, stakeholder coordination, risk management, experimental design, data analysis, root cause analysis, engineering improvements, mentoring, technical decision-making

Preferred skills

None stated

Technologies

Ultrafast lasers, nonlinear optics, frequency conversion, resonator design, optical system design, pulse propagation characterization, laser stability analysis, advanced optical components

Responsibilities

Plan, structure, coordinate, and execute strategic technical projects and programs; Define work packages, milestones, deliverables, and dependencies; Coordinate multidisciplinary work across R&D, engineering, manufacturing, and quality functions; Monitor progress, identify risks, and support mitigation plans; Contribute directly to advanced laser systems and new laser concepts; Analyze complex technical problems and implement engineering improvements; Support product development and industrialization by improving robustness and manufacturability

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC