Focuslight Switzerland is one of the leading manufacturers of high-end micTechnical Project Leader (Staff Engineer)Focuslight Switzerland is one of the leading manufacturers of high-end micro-optics. We have more than 20 years of experience in the fields of optical design, micro manufacturing, and metrology. Our micro-optical components meet the highest requirements for applications in photolithography, optical networks, medicine, and metrology. To allow us to integrate last generation technology faster we are looking for aTechnical Project Leader (Staff Engineer)The RoleWe are looking for a Staff Engineer with strong technical project leadership skills to drive the development of passive etched micro-optical components for data communication devices.You will lead cross-functional, international teams (10–20 people) across Europe and Asia, driving projects from concept to sample delivery in a fast-paced R&D environment.This is a hands-on technical leadership role without direct reports — success depends on your ability to own design decisions, structure complex problems, and lead without authority.Your ImpactDeliver new products from concept to samples within one quarterDrive technical execution across global teamsEstablish best practices in product definition and documentationImprove product robustness and manufacturability through strong engineering disciplineWhat You Bring (Core Requirements)Experience & Leadership5 years in engineering (microfabrication / semiconductor / microtechnology)2–3 years leading technical projects (without direct authority)Experience working with international, cross-functional teamsStrong ability to structure problems, drive decisions, and executeSemiconductor & Process ExpertiseSolid understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes(lithography, etching, deposition)Cleanroom experience (required)Experience in process development (hands-on is a strong plus)Familiarity with microfabrication (micro-optics is a plus)Design Ownership (Critical)You take full ownership of design, from concept to release:Mechanical design (SolidWorks)Mask layout design (KLayout)Technical drawings (AutoCAD or equivalent)Data & Quality MindsetExperience with data analysis (Python or MATLAB)Familiar with:FMEA / PFMEATechnical risk assessmentExposure to yield analysis / optimization is a plusCommunicationFluent in EnglishFrench is important (daily interaction with technicians)Practical AspectsBased on-site in NeuchâtelWilling to travel ~20% internationally (Europe & Asia)What You'll DoLead technical execution of product & process development projectsDefine products and translate requirements into robust designsAlign design, process, and manufacturingAnalyze performance and drive improvements through dataCoordinate global teams and manage technical risksMentor junior engineers and raise technical standardsWhy This RoleHigh ownership: full design responsibility project influenceEnd-to-end exposure: from concept to industrializationCutting-edge field: micro-optics & semiconductor-like fabricationStrategic visibility within an R&D growth organizationSuccess Looks LikeWithin your first year:Deliver =2 customer products from concept to sample within one quarter eachEstablish structured product definition and documentation practicesBecome a key technical reference across sitesWorkplace: Focuslight Switzerland (2068 Hauterive), Neuchâtel, Switzerland. jid57df360afr jit0624afr jpiy26afr