Senior Materials Engineer
Dietikon, Zurich, SwitzerlandEngineering – Optotune /Full-time /On-siteAre you ready to be at the forefront of creating groundbreaking optical products? Optotune is looking for an experienced Senior Materials Engineer to join our team and drive the future of optical technology.
Tasks
Build, lead, and inspire an interdisciplinary materials engineering team, following Optotune’s core values Investigate, develop, and test new materials for product enhancement and access to new markets, with focus on polymers, thin films, metals, ceramics, coatings, and bonding technologies Select the best materials for high-volume manufacturing and carry out feasibility studies Define and implement structures for materials topics (handling instructions, safety, knowledge database, evaluation framework) Stabilize manufacturing processes and improve knowledge and accessibility Collaborate in multidisciplinary teams (engineering, supply chain, production, quality), communicate proactively, and manage stakeholders Requirements
MSc degree, PhD preferred, in Chemistry, Materials Science, or equivalent (e.g. mechanical engineering with additional education in materials field) 5 years of broad materials development experience (polymers, metals, ceramics, MEMS, lab-on-chip) for production, preferably in a high-volume environment Proven experience in formulating polymer-based systems, tailoring mechanical and optical properties preferred Hands-on experience with thermomechanical (DMA, TMA, DSC, TGA) and optical (UV-VIS spectrometry, FTIR) material characterization methods. Knowledge of advanced chemical analysis methods (GPC, ICP-MS, GC-MS, HPLC) preferred. Knowledge of Python and related programming languages, particularly to assist statistical modeling (DOE, SPC), is an advantage Experience in supporting Operations on materials topics (quality, supply chain, production) Enthusiasm and aspiration for leadership Drive and motivation in the workplace Strong planner and executer Proficiency in English required, German skills is preferred Why us?
A competitive salary with ESOP Retirement savings plan with company match Generous vacation policies Opportunities for professional development and career growth A collaborative and fast-paced work environment Start-up flair mixed with SME professionalism Flexible working environment & home office Respectful and supportive culture with a lot of fun We are extremely international and proud of our diversity in every aspect Awesome regular company events! We are a dynamic and motivated team. We live an open culture in which your work will be crucial to the success of the company. You will work with extraordinary colleagues, all striving for one common goal: to create an outstanding company.So if you are looking for a challenging job in an innovative environment and you are determined to use your extraordinary skills to bring our revolutionary products to the market, then we would be pleased to get to know you. Only CV in English is needed. Please note that we DO NOT engage with personal agencies for this position.
