R&D Engineer for laser technologies (F/M/D)100%

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The “Laser Tech.” Group of our “Instrumentation” Business Unit, based in Neuchâtel, Switzerland is looking for a R&D Engineer for laser technologies.

Your mission

With your extensive knowledge of laser technologies, ranging from mode-locked to stabilized continuous-wave lasers based on fiber, solid-state and semi-conductor technologies, you will significantly contribute to the development of industrial and academic projects in the field of optical atomic clocks, space technologies and laser-based instrumentation.

Your responsibilities

• Execute technical tasks vital to the success of our diverse projects
• Build, optimize and characterize lasers sources, mode-locked lasers, optical frequency combs, stabilized lasers and optical amplifiers
• Lead the assembly and characterization of laser-based prototypes
• Research and develop new laser architectures
• Take part in the execution of laser-based metrology projects

Your profile

Know-how

You are a motivated Engineer with either a MS or a PhD in Physics or a relevant domain with a proven experience in a similar field. Working in a multidisciplinary team has been one of your motivations. In addition, you bring the following knowledge:

• Lasers and laser-based systems
• Laser characterization
• Laser stabilization and metrology
• Atomic clocks
• Nonlinear optics
• Time & frequency metrology
• Optical spectroscopy

Interpersonal skills

• Open-minded attitude, proactive and considered as a creative thinker
• Natural curiosity that enables you to work on multidisciplinary projects
• Team player with an excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact constructively with our colleagues and partners
• Fluency in English, French or German would be an asset

CSEM mission and values

We believe in a future that is imagined, shared, and created TOGETHER.

At CSEM, we don’t just innovate, we envision technologies that shape tomorrow.

Since 1984, our purpose has remained constant: to harness science and technology for the benefit of society. Today, with over 650 people across Switzerland, we remain committed to our mission: to develop and transfer world-class solutions in digital technologies, precision manufacturing, and sustainable energy systems. In doing so, we empower Swiss industry to innovate and remain competitive.

Our strength is the excellence of our people. We believe that strong values support the successful development of our organization as well as the harmonious and balanced development of all our employees.

We are

• A unique place between research and industry at the cutting edge of new technologies
• An innovative, non-profit, and employee-driven company
• A dynamic, multidisciplinary, and multicultural environment
• A solar team focused on enabling solutions to energy challenges for a sustainable world

Working@CSEM means

• Being part of a passionate community.
• Flexibility, attractive working conditions, and opportunities of development.
• Benefit from a management style based on trust & feedback