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The Micro and Nano Systems Business Unit, based in Neuchâtel, Switzerland is looking for a R&D Engineer in Surface Engineering (fixed term position of 2 years).
Your mission
As an R&D Engineer, you will be integral to our research and development efforts focusing on the elaboration of Micro-/Nano-components and systems, with a strong focus on surface engineering. Your role will primarily involve the development of processes for surface functionalization, coating, and surface nanostructuring. You will also contribute to integrating the developed processes into adapted manufacturing techniques for the fabrication of smart components and functional systems with unique properties and enhanced performances. These R&D activities span various application domains, including biomedical, sensors, watch making, renewable energy, aeronautics, and space.
Your role will include the following main responsibilities:
* Contribution to the development of scientific and technical expertise in the fields of coatings, surface functionalization, and structuring, including support to the development of our IP portfolio in these fields.
* Characterization of resulting surface properties and evaluation of functionalities and performances at the component level.
* Integration of the developed processes into adapted manufacturing chains for the fabrication of smart components and functional systems with unique properties and enhanced performances.
* Participation in multidisciplinary projects (internal research projects and industrial projects) and participation in their acquisition.
Your profile
Know-how
* Master or PhD degree in Surface Sciences, Materials Science, Micro-/Nano-technology, Engineering, or equivalent.
* Several years of experience (minimum 3 years) in multidisciplinary projects targeting the development of technological platforms and micro-/nano-tech based innovative solutions (including design, process development and optimization, fabrication, and characterization of industrial prototypes).
* Extensive experience in coating and surface modification techniques (such as wet coating technique or vacuum based) as well as micro- and nano-fabrication processes.
* Proficient in analytical techniques for films and materials characterization.
* Experience in component design, qualification, and integration in functional systems.
* Previous experience in project acquisition and project management will be a strong asset (both public funded and industrial projects).
* Previous experience in valorization and dissemination activities: writing invention reports and patents, publication of articles in international journals, giving talks at conferences.
* Professional proficiency in English, good knowledge of French is a plus.
Interpersonal skills
* Open-minded, result-oriented mindset.
* Out of the box thinking to generate new ideas and propose innovative solutions. Ability/interest to participate in and manage multidisciplinary projects.
* Eager to learn with a strong sense of ownership to further extend and promote our activities.
* Team player to interact constructively with various partners across the organization.
* Strong communication skills and ability to efficiently present relevant information on accomplished work and potential roadblocks.
CSEM mission and values
Our mission is the development and transfer of innovative technologies to the Swiss industry. Our objective is to make an impact on our customers and on society at large in the fields of precision manufacturing, digital technologies, and sustainable energy. Our strength is the excellence of our people, about 550 passionate specialists dedicated to innovation and technology transfer. 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.
* Incredible flexibility, attractive working conditions, and great opportunities for development.
* Benefit from a management style based on trust & feedback that favors a work-life balance.
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.
We look forward to receiving your complete application file via (CV, cover letter, certificates & diplomas) our job page.
Preference will be given to professionals applying directly.
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