Engineering Technician
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Job Location:
Zürich - Switzerland
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
16 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Coherent Corp. is the global leader in photonics designing and manufacturing advanced laser optical and material technologies used by customers worldwide across industrial communications electronics and instrumentation markets.
With a broad global footprint and deep engineering capability we combine advanced manufacturing applied innovation and customer collaboration to deliver high-performance solutions that enable critical technologies and solve complex real-world challenges.
About Coherent in Switzerland
Coherent Corp. Zurich is a key research and production hub specializing in advanced photonics engineered materials and high-power semiconductor laser technologies. Our teams develop and manufacture opto-electronic components and laser diodes for industrial optical data transmission life science and high-precision applications combining strong in-house R&D with state-of-the-art semiconductor manufacturing in an engineering-led culture.
Location:Zurich Switzerland (Onsite) Employment Type:Permanent full-time
Job Summary
As an Engineering Technician in Test Development you support the development of semiconductor test equipment from design and evaluation through system bring-up and production release. Responsibilities include hardware assembly debugging test execution system validation supporting production ramp and performing preventive and corrective maintenance.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on complex manufacturing and test systems (e.g. wafer probers measurement systems and reliability testing equipment)
- Conduct systematic fault analysis and troubleshooting of mechanical electrical and electronic assemblies
- Ensure equipment availability and process stability
- Document service and maintenance activities
- Support the assembly integration and commissioning of new equipment and subsystems
- Carry out functional testing and qualification activities
- Create and modify CAD drawings using SolidWorks
- Build modify and troubleshoot electronic assemblies
- Support PCB layout development and testing (Altium)
- Contribute to design improvements and continuous optimization of existing systems
Qualifications
Completed technical training apprenticeship or associate-level qualification in a relevant field such as Mechanical Design Mechatronics Automation Electronics Industrial Mechanics or a comparable discipline.
Experience in semiconductor manufacturing precision engineering or similar high-tech production environments is advantageous.
Skills & Other Requirements
- Strong technical understanding of electromechanical systems test equipment and automated manufacturing systems.
- Ability to perform systematic troubleshooting and fault analysis of mechanical electrical and electronic systems.
- Careful structured and independent working style including the ability to work in a cleanroom environment.
- Team-oriented mindset with strong self-reflection and motivation to drive improvements.
- Fluent communication skills in German and English
Application Process
All candidates who wish to apply should submit a CV and cover letter outlining their interest in the position and how their skills and experience align with the requirements of the role.
Applications for this role close end of day on Friday 17 April 2026.
If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application process please reach out to . We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Hospital Experience
- Hotel Experience
- Taleo
- Calibration
- Pool Maintenance
- Maintenance Management
- Maintenance
- Quality Control
- Boiler
- Oil & Gas Experience
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Supervising Experience
About Company
Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor ... View more
