Focuslight Switzerland is one of the leading manufacturers of high-end mic Technical 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 a Technical Project Leader (Staff Engineer) The Role We 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 Impact Deliver new products from concept to samples within one quarter Drive technical execution across global teams Establish best practices in product definition and documentation Improve product robustness and manufacturability through strong engineering discipline What You Bring (Core Requirements) Experience & Leadership 5 years in engineering (microfabrication / semiconductor / microtechnology) 2–3 years leading technical projects (without direct authority) Experience working with international, cross-functional teams Strong ability to structure problems, drive decisions, and execute Semiconductor & Process Expertise Solid 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 Mindset Experience with data analysis (Python or MATLAB) Familiar with: FMEA / PFMEA Technical risk assessment Exposure to yield analysis / optimization is a plus Communication Fluent in English French is important (daily interaction with technicians) Practical Aspects Based on-site in Neuchâtel Willing to travel ~20% internationally (Europe & Asia) What You’ll Do Lead technical execution of product & process development projects Define products and translate requirements into robust designs Align design, process, and manufacturing Analyze performance and drive improvements through data Coordinate global teams and manage technical risks Mentor junior engineers and raise technical standards Why This Role High ownership: full design responsibility project influence End-to-end exposure: from concept to industrialization Cutting-edge field: micro-optics & semiconductor-like fabrication Strategic visibility within an R&D growth organization Success Looks Like Within your first year: Deliver =2 customer products from concept to sample within one quarter each Establish structured product definition and documentation practices Become a key technical reference across sites Workplace: Focuslight Switzerland (2068 Hauterive), Neuchâtel, Switzerland. jid57df360ade jit0624ade jpiy26ade