(Senior) Research Engineer Sensing Technology (80-100%)

Belimo; Zürich; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Belimo in Switzerland is seeking a Research Engineer in Sensors & Meters to turn promising sensing technologies into customer-valued solutions. You will own exploration, validation, rapid prototyping, and proof of concept, integrating existing know-how to deliver working solutions.

The role emphasizes an entrepreneurial mindset, turning ideas into experiments and evidence, and making Go/Pivot/Stop decisions based on results.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering, sensor technology, physics, mechatronics, or a related field.
• Several years of experience in R&D for sensors, metering, or measurement systems technologies.
• Hands-on prototyping, experimentation, signal processing, data analysis, and technical validation.
• Ability to turn ideas into experiments and evidence with rapid iteration.
• Strong collaboration and communication, with entrepreneurial mindset.

Responsibilities

• Own sensor and metering exploration projects from technology scouting through validation and transfer to development for industrialization.
• Scout, evaluate, integrate, combine, and adapt technologies, products, and know-how to find the fastest credible path from an idea to a working solution.
• Turn assumptions and technical challenges into testable hypotheses, prototypes, and MVPs for rapid learning and iteration.
• Plan, execute, and evaluate experiments and measurements, applying strong expertise in sensing, electronics, signal processing, calibration, and measurement uncertainty.
• Assess feasibility and work proactively with Product Management to validate and challenge viability and desirability, deriving clear Go, Pivot, or Stop recommendations.
• Leverage internal experts and external partners to access the capabilities needed to move concepts forward.

Skills

Hands-on prototyping

Experimentation

Signal processing

Data analysis

Technical validation

Python

MATLAB

Embedded systems

HVAC/building automation knowledge

Education

Master’s degree in electrical engineering or related field

Job description

Introduction

As a Research Engineer Sensors & Meters, you will play a pivotal role in turning promising sensing and metering technologies into innovative solutions that create value for Belimo’s customers.

You will own the exploration and validation of new sensor and metering concepts, from technology scouting and evaluation through rapid prototyping and experimentation to proof of concept. You will identify, integrate, and adapt existing technologies, products, and know-how to find effective solutions to challenging problems.

In this role, an entrepreneurial mindset is just as important as deep technical understanding. You will rapidly turn ideas and assumptions into experiments and evidence, assess feasibility, viability, and desirability, and use your findings to drive clear Go, Pivot, or Stop decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Own sensor and metering exploration projects from technology scouting through validation and transfer to development for industrialization
• Scout, evaluate, integrate, combine, and adapt technologies, products, and know-how to find the fastest credible path from an idea to a working solution
• Turn assumptions and technical challenges into testable hypotheses, prototypes, and MVPs for rapid learning and iteration
• Plan, execute, and evaluate experiments and measurements, applying strong expertise in sensing, electronics, signal processing, calibration, and measurement uncertainty
• Assess feasibility and work proactively with Product Management to validate and challenge viability and desirability, deriving clear Go, Pivot, or Stop recommendations
• Leverage internal experts and external partners to access the capabilities needed to move concepts forward

Required Expertise

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering, sensor technology, physics, mechatronics, or a related field
• Several years of experience in R&D for sensors, metering, or measurement systems technologies
• Deep technical understanding combined with an equally strong entrepreneurial mindset
• Hands-on experience in prototyping, experimentation, signal processing, data analysis, and technical validation
• Experience with Python, MATLAB, embedded systems, HVAC, or building automation is an advantage
• Pragmatic and fast-moving, able to turn complex challenges into testable hypotheses and practical solutions
• Comfortable with uncertainty, rapid iteration, and evidence-based decision-making
• Strong collaborator who proactively leverages internal and external expertise; able to take ownership, communicate clearly, and drive exploration projects toward meaningful outcomes

People at Belimo

Smart buildings start with dedicated people. We bring talented people together and foster an environment to succeed. At Belimo, respect, trust, and support across departments help ideas move quickly into real-world solutions, because we achieve more together than we ever could alone.

About Belimo

Belimo is the global market leader in the development, production, and sales of field devices for the energy-efficient control of heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems. The focus of our core business is on damper actuators, control valves, sensors and meters. Founded in 1975, the company has been listed on the Swiss Exchange (SIX) since 1995.

Compensation & Benefits

At Belimo, we believe in fair, equitable, and competitive compensation. We offer pay that reflects your skills, experience, education, and location. Beyond compensation, you'll benefit from a comprehensive rewards package designed to support your health, financial wellbeing, and long-term success. Belimo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.