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Instrument Development Engineer; m/f/d
Job in
1700, Fribourg, Canton de Fribourg, Switzerland
Listed on 2026-09-23
Listing for:
GoHiring GmbH
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-23
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Electronics Engineer, Systems Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Mechanical Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Mechanical and optomechanical design of scientific instruments: optical bench layouts, kinematic mounts, sample positioning mechanisms, structural enclosures
- Thermal analysis and design of temperature control systems, including thermoelectric (Peltier) regulation for sample environments requiring sub degree stability
- Electronics architecture definition: power distribution, signal routing, connector and cabling layouts for instruments combining lasers, detectors, and embedded computing
- Resource budgets (mass, power, thermal dissipation) and technical content for system-level documentation and specifications
- Prototyping, testing, and design iteration of hardware in close collaboration with the optics and software teams
- Graduate degree (Master’s or PhD) in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, physics, optics or a closely related discipline
- working independently in a small, cross-disciplinary team.
- self-motivated and proactive in concluding assigned tasks according to the company goals
- Proficiency in 3D parametric CAD (Solid Works) for precision mechanical assemblies and mechanism design
- Thermal analysis of instrument-scale systems: steady-state and transient modelling, TEC/Peltier temperature control design
- Prior experience in scientific instrumentation, laboratory equipment, or analytical device development
- Understanding of how optical, mechanical, and electronic sub-systems integrate into a functioning instrument
- Good written and spoken English
- Swiss/EU citizenship or valid working permit for Switzerland
- Mechanical and optomechanical design of scientific instruments: optical bench layouts, kinematic mounts, sample positioning mechanisms, structural enclosures
- Thermal analysis and design of temperature control systems, including thermoelectric (Peltier) regulation for sample environments requiring sub degree stability
- Electronics architecture definition: power distribution, signal routing, connector and cabling layouts for instruments combining lasers, detectors, and embedded computing
- Resource budgets (mass, power, thermal dissipation) and technical content for system-level documentation and specifications
- Prototyping, testing, and design iteration of hardware in close collaboration with the optics and software teams
- Graduate degree (Master’s or PhD) in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, physics, optics or a closely related discipline
- working independently in a small, cross-disciplinary team.
- self-motivated and proactive in concluding assigned tasks according to the company goals
- Proficiency in 3D parametric CAD (Solid Works) for precision mechanical assemblies and mechanism design
- Thermal analysis of instrument-scale systems: steady-state and transient modelling, TEC/Peltier temperature control design
- Prior experience in scientific instrumentation, laboratory equipment, or analytical device development
- Understanding of how optical, mechanical, and electronic sub-systems integrate into a functioning instrument
- Good written and spoken English
- Swiss/EU citizenship or valid working permit for Switzerland
- Electronics design (power distribution, PCB layout, low-noise signal conditioning)
- FEM simulation (structural or thermal)
- Optics, photonics, or laser-based measurement systems
- Space engineering standards (ECSS) or aerospace qualification processes
- Hands-on prototyping (3D printing, CNC, soldering, laboratory assembly)
- Good command of French and/or German
- Permanent, full-time position
- You become part of a growing company where your contribution makes a difference, is valued, and is part of our path to further success
- Matrix organization, flexible working conditions in a modern environment
- A company with…
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