Technical Project Manager

EPM Scientific; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

EPM Scientific in Zurich seeks a Technical Project Lead to drive complex engineering programs from concept through implementation. You will coordinate mechanical, electrical, software, and controls teams to deliver system-level solutions while interfacing with customers and leadership.

The role requires a strong background in semiconductors, systems engineering, and R&D leadership, with excellent communication and project management skills to navigate ambiguity and deliver robust products.

Qualifikationen

• MSc or PhD in Engineering, Physics, Systems Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics, Optics, or a related technical discipline.
• Proven semiconductor industry experience is essential, ideally within a semiconductor equipment manufacturer, metrology company, or fabrication environment.
• Strong track record of leading complex technical development or R&D projects.
• Deep technical expertise in systems engineering, mechatronics, electronics, optics, or a related field.
• Experience working across multidisciplinary engineering teams and managing technical stakeholders.

Aufgaben

• Lead cross-functional engineering projects from concept to deployment.
• Manage project timelines, resources, risks, and stakeholder communication.
• Drive system-level design activities and coordinate requirements across mechanical, electrical, software, and controls teams.
• Develop and evaluate concepts for next-generation products and technologies.
• Lead design reviews, system integration, and technical decision-making.
• Create and execute test plans to validate system performance and reliability.
• Present project updates and strategies to leadership and customers.
• Lead troubleshooting and root cause investigations of complex issues.
• Support manufacturing and field teams with technical escalations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project management

Communication

Ambiguity handling

Ausbildung

MSc/PhD in Engineering or related field

Tools

Systems engineering

Mechatronics

Electronics

Optics

Jobbeschreibung

An innovative technology company in Zurich is seeking a Technical Project Lead to drive complex engineering development projects in a highly technical, multidisciplinary environment. This role combines project leadership, systems engineering, product development, and customer interaction, offering the opportunity to work on advanced technologies from concept through to implementation.

Responsibilities

• Leading cross-functional engineering projects from concept, development, and validation through to deployment.
• Managing project timelines, resources, risks, and stakeholder communication.
• Driving system-level design activities and coordinating requirements across mechanical, electrical, software, and controls engineering teams.
• Developing and evaluating concepts for next-generation products and technologies.
• Leading design reviews, system integration activities, and technical decision-making.
• Creating and executing test plans to validate system performance and reliability.
• Presenting project updates and technical strategies to leadership teams and customers.
• Leading troubleshooting, root cause investigations, and resolution of complex technical issues.
• Supporting manufacturing and field teams with technical escalations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• MSc or PhD in Engineering, Physics, Systems Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics, Optics, or a related technical discipline.
• Proven semiconductor industry experience is essential, ideally within a semiconductor equipment manufacturer, metrology company, or fabrication environment.
• Strong track record of leading complex technical development or R&D projects.
• Deep technical expertise in systems engineering, mechatronics, electronics, optics, or a related field.
• Experience working across multidisciplinary engineering teams and managing technical stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and project management skills.
• Ability to work with ambiguity and translate high-level requirements into structured engineering solutions.
• Experience in semiconductor metrology, contamination control, process equipment, or advanced manufacturing environments would be highly advantageous.

NOTE: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Only candidates with the right to work in Switzerland can be considered (e.g., EU citizens or holders of a valid Swiss work permit).