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

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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.

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