Quality Engineer – Integrated Photonics
Advertised by Try&Hire on behalf of a client · Reference TAH-NQRB5
- Discipline
- Quality & regulatory engineer
- Region
- Vaud, Ecublens (VD)
- Client
- Photonics manufacturing
- Advertised on
- 24.10.2026
This role embeds quality engineering into the development and manufacturing of integrated photonics platforms, bridging prototype operations and scalable production.
Your tasks
- Define quality gates, qualification test plans and reliability criteria for new photonics platforms
- Conduct risk assessments including Design and Process FMEAs for technical changes
- Optimize manufacturing processes, cycle times, yield and quality metrics with production teams
- Lead non-conformance management and root-cause analysis using 8D, 5-Why and Fishbone methods
- Establish Statistical Process Control frameworks and control plans at critical production stages
- Maintain QMS procedures per ISO 9001 and conduct internal and supplier audits
- Embed Lean/Six Sigma continuous improvement frameworks and report quality KPIs to leadership
What you bring
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Microelectronics, Physics or related field
- 3–5+ years of hands-on quality engineering experience in semiconductors, MEMS, microelectronics or photonics
- Strong command of structured root-cause analysis and CAPA management
- Practical experience with ISO 9001 QMS maintenance and continuous improvement frameworks
- Six Sigma Green Belt certification is a strong plus
- Fluency in English required; proficiency in French is a strong advantage
Conditions
- Workload: 100 %
- Work model: Hybrid
- Option of a permanent position after the assignment if both sides want it
What to expect
- 100% workload
- Up to two days per week home office
- Start date as soon as possible
- 3–6 months interim, then a permanent position
Technologies
- ISO 9001
- FMEA
- SPC
- CAPA
- 8D
- 5-Why
- Fishbone
- Six Sigma
How to apply
You apply with your Try&Hire profile: upload your CV, check the details, enter key facts and availability. A short introduction video is optional but helps. Our team will get in touch if your profile fits the assignment.