Mechanical and optomechanical design of scientific instruments: optical bench layouts, kinematic mounts, sample positioning mechanisms, structural enclosures
Thermal analysis and design of temperature control systems, including thermoelectric (Peltier) regulation for sample environments requiring sub degree stability
Electronics architecture definition: power distribution, signal routing, connector and cabling layouts for instruments combining lasers, detectors, and embedded computing
Resource budgets (mass, power, thermal dissipation) and technical content for system-level documentation and specifications
Prototyping, testing, and design iteration of hardware in close collaboration with the optics and software teams
Ihr Profil
Graduate degree (Master’s or PhD) in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, physics, optics or a closely related discipline
working independently in a small, cross-disciplinary team.
self-motivated and proactive in concluding assigned tasks according to the company goals
Proficiency in 3D parametric CAD (SolidWorks) for precision mechanical assemblies and mechanism design
Thermal analysis of instrument-scale systems: steady-state and transient modelling, TEC/Peltier temperature control design
Prior experience in scientific instrumentation, laboratory equipment, or analytical device development
Understanding of how optical, mechanical, and electronic sub-systems integrate into a functioning instrument
Good written and spoken English
Swiss/EU citizenship or valid working permit for Switzerland
Erfahrung in einem oder mehreren der folgenden Bereiche ist von Vorteil:
Electronics design (power distribution, PCB layout, low-noise signal conditioning)
FEM simulation (structural or thermal)
Optics, photonics, or laser-based measurement systems
Space engineering standards (ECSS) or aerospace qualification processes
