Mechanical Design Engineer

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 a Mechanical Design Engineer you will design and develop advanced manufacturing tooling fixtures and production systems that enable the manufacture of cutting-edge semiconductor laser technologies.

This is a hands-on engineering role focused on the development of complete manufacturing systems from initial concept and CAD design through prototype builds pilot production equipment and release into manufacturing. Working closely with production engineering teams suppliers and external partners you will play a key role in creating innovative mechanical solutions that support both prototype and high-volume semiconductor manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop document and release complex industrial systems used in the manufacture of semiconductor laser technologies

• Design complete manufacturing systems including mechanical assemblies pneumatics vacuum systems cooling solutions and production tooling

• Create detailed manufacturing documentation engineering drawings bills of materials and technical release packages

• Manage the procurement of components and coordinate with suppliers throughout the development process

• Develop and implement pilot production equipment prototypes and manufacturing fixtures

• Support ongoing process development and continuous improvement activities within manufacturing operations

• Troubleshoot equipment and process challenges identifying practical and effective engineering solutions

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across engineering manufacturing and operations teams as well as external suppliers and partners

• Provide technical expertise and engineering support to various organizational units and manufacturing projects

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering Mechatronics or a related engineering discipline

  OR

• Technical apprenticeship in Mechanical Design Polymechanics Mechatronics or a related field combined with further education as an HF or FH Engineer

• 2-3 of experience designing and developing manufacturing equipment production tooling or special-purpose machinery

Skills & Other Requirements

• Strong experience with CAD systems preferably SolidWorks

• Experience designing and developing complete mechanical systems rather than individual components

• Knowledge of pneumatics vacuum technology cooling systems or industrial manufacturing equipment

• Basic understanding of electrical engineering principles and electromechanical systems

• Ability to independently manage projects and drive engineering solutions from concept through implementation

• Structured precise and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions

• Fluent German (minimum C1 level) and basic working proficiency in English

• Hands-on mindset with a passion for building testing and improving real-world engineering solutions

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.

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