R&D Engineer: Microfluidics & Electromechanics, 30–40% Travel

IMI; Palézieux-Gare; On-site; CHF 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

IMI, based in Palézieux, Vaud, Switzerland, seeks a microengineering-focused engineer to translate client needs into technical specs, develop new products, and guide industrialization across cross-functional teams. The role involves collaboration with R&D and manufacturing and requires travel to Versoix and Palézieux.

You will contribute to APQP-driven development, perform product characterization tests, and stay at the forefront of technology and market trends while communicating in English and

Qualifications

• HES/ETH (University) degree in microengineering, mechanics, micromechanics, or equivalent training.
• In-depth knowledge of electromagnetism, fluid mechanics, and manufacturing processes and understanding of electronics and programming.
• Proficient in using Inventor CAD software or an equivalent tool.
• Expresses ideas simply, precisely, and concisely—both internally and when interacting with clients.
• Possesses qualities of rigor, responsibility, and proactivity.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional and multicultural environment.
• Must be able to communicate clearly in both English and French with a range of different stakeholders (oral and written)
• Eligibility to work in Switzerland is mandatory
• Availability to travel between 30% to 40% of the time beteween our two sites in Palézieux, Vaud and Versoix, Geneva.
• Preference will be given to candidates who live within close proximity to our Palézieux and Versoix sites.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and Translate Client Needs into Specifications: Collaborate with product and project managers to understand the client’s requirements. Translate these needs into clear technical specifications.
• Develop New Products that align with the specified requirements. Follow the steps outlined in our project management process (APQP) and utilize modern tools.
• Conduct Product Characterization Tests during the different phases of development.
• Help achieve Projects Targets: Ensure that the product meets cost, time, and quality objectives.
• Collaborate with Internal and External Partners: Work closely with project managers, manufacturing and quality engineers, project buyers and suppliers, salespeople and clients. Foster effective communication and collaboration.
• Support Product Industrialization: Partner with methods engineers to guide the industrialization phase. Monitor indicators and stabilize the product.
• Serve as the Reference Interface for Product Modifications: Be the go-to person for any changes or updates to the product range, and support production on this range.
• Conduct Competitive and Technological Intelligence: Stay informed about our target markets, competitors, and technological advancements.
• Explore New Concepts for Customer or Market Challenges: Innovate and propose solutions to address customer or market problems.

Skills

Electromagnetism

Fluid mechanics

Manufacturing processes

Electronics and programming

Education

HES/ETH degree in microengineering, mechanics, micromechanics, or equivalent

Tools

Inventor CAD

Job description

IMI, based in Palézieux, Vaud, Switzerland, seeks a microengineering-focused engineer to translate client needs into technical specs, develop new products, and guide industrialization across cross-functional teams. The role involves collaboration with R&D and manufacturing and requires travel to Versoix and Palézieux.

You will contribute to APQP-driven development, perform product characterization tests, and stay at the forefront of technology and market trends while communicating in English and