Senior Electrical Engineer - RF/Microwave

YQuantum GmbH; Villigen; Vor Ort; CHF 120.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Equity participation

Healthcare benefits

Zusammenfassung

YQuantum GmbH in Zurich is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to design, develop, and test cryogenic microwave components for the next generation of quantum hardware.

You will collaborate with the fabrication team, develop test fixtures and measurement setups, analyze results, and help scale production for a fast-growing Swiss startup that values creativity, ownership, and technical excellence.

Qualifikationen

• MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• Strong microwave engineering background and EM simulation (HFSS).
• Experience with RF PCB design and VNA characterization.
• Industry experience in manufacturing ramp-up and production support.

Aufgaben

• Design and optimize microwave components for cryogenic use.
• Collaborate with fabrication to validate designs and improve yield.
• Develop test fixtures and measurement setups for production.
• Analyze, document, and communicate validation results for ramp-up.

Kenntnisse

Microwave engineering

Collaborative

Hands-on problem solving

Organized

Manufacturing ramp-up experience

Ausbildung

MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Physics

Tools

ANSYS HFSS

RF PCB design

Vector Network Analyzers (VNA)

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

Jobbeschreibung

Open Position: Senior Electrical Engineer - RF/Microwave

About YQuantum

YQuantum is one of Switzerland’s fastest-growing quantum hardware startups, pioneering scalable superconducting quantum technologies. Based at Park Innovaare, we combine world-class technical expertise with startup speed and agility. We’re building the next generation of quantum hardware and looking for passionate scientists and engineers to join our mission.

The Role

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and testing our next-generation of cryogenic microwave components that will enable the quantum computers of tomorrow. No prior experience in quantum physics is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and optimize microwave components using electromagnetic simulation tools such as ANSYS HFSS
• Collaborate closely with the fabrication team to validate designs and continuously refine product performance
• Design and develop test fixtures and measurement setups to evaluate the performance of our microwave components throughout production
• Analyze, document, and communicate validation results, and support the successful ramp-up of manufacturing and production

Must-Have Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field, along with relevant industry or research experience
• Strong background in microwave engineering, including electromagnetic simulation (ANSYS HFSS), RF PCB design, and RF characterization using tools such as vector network analyzers (VNAs)
• Industry experience in developing products for manufacturing and supporting production or production ramp-up
• A collaborative, organized, and adaptable working style, with a hands-on, problem-solving mindset

Ideal Qualifications

• Experience designing hardware for low-temperature environments and a basic understanding of cryogenic systems
• Familiarity with mechanical CAD tools such as Autodesk Inventor or SolidWorks for the design of fixtures and mechanical components
• A self-driven, independent work style with the ability to take ownership of projects and deliver results with minimal supervision

What We Offer

• The opportunity to shape the future of quantum hardware at a leading Swiss startup
• A fast-moving, collaborative environment where your work has immediate impact
• A culture built on creativity, ownership, and technical excellence
• Location in central Zurich, one of the world’s most vibrant cities
• Competitive salary, benefits, and potential equity participation