Senior Optomechanical Engineer — Lead Projects (Hybrid)

Startupvalleys; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Menhir Photonics, based near Zurich, Switzerland, seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to drive mechanical developments and processes. You will lead projects and design optomechanical sub-assemblies using SolidWorks, with emphasis on tolerances and manufacturing feasibility.

You will work closely with suppliers and workshops, ensure ISO9001 quality adherence, and contribute to mass production readiness while applying GD&T principles in cleanroom assembly environments.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in a similar role.
• HF/FH/Bachelor or Master in Mechanical or Optomechanical Engineering.
• Experience with CAD (SolidWorks) and PDM (3DExperience).
• Knowledge of materials used in optical modules.
• Experience with bonding technologies (epoxies/UV-curables).
• Strong GD&T and mechanical metrology knowledge.
• Fluent English and German.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical projects and coordinate teams.
• Design CAD sub-assemblies and interfaces for optomechanics.
• Perform tolerance analyses to ensure feasibility.
• Create 2D drawings with FAI for optical/mechanical parts.
• Select materials suitable for high-quality, mass production.
• Collaborate with workshops and suppliers.
• Support ISO9001 quality practices.

Skills

Project leadership

GDT expertise

Optomechanical understanding

Cleanroom assembly basics

Education

HF/FH/Bachelor/Master in Mechanical or Optomechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

3DExperience

Job description

Menhir Photonics, based near Zurich, Switzerland, seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to drive mechanical developments and processes. You will lead projects and design optomechanical sub-assemblies using SolidWorks, with emphasis on tolerances and manufacturing feasibility.

You will work closely with suppliers and workshops, ensure ISO9001 quality adherence, and contribute to mass production readiness while applying GD&T principles in cleanroom assembly environments.