Process Development Engineer

Ref 2582590 | Date: 2 Oct 2026

OK JOB SA

In order to strengthen our teams, we are looking for a Process Development Engineer (M/F).

Process Development Engineer (M/F)

Desired profile:

• Holder of a Master's degree in physics, materials science, engineering, optics/photonics, surface science or in an equivalent technical field * Advantageous to have 3 to 5 years of professional experience in the fields of thin film coatings, process development, R&D, production engineering or industrialization, ideally within a high-tech industrial environment or precision optics * Solid knowledge of thin film deposition technologies and optical coatings, process optimization and characterization methods. Experience with coating equipment and vacuum technologies is a major asset * Experience in optical metrology, measurement systems and process capability evaluation methods is an asset * Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with a pragmatic, structured and solution-oriented approach * Demonstrated experience in technical project management and in interdisciplinary collaboration with R&D, Production, Quality, Engineering and Product Development teams * Strong interest in emerging industrial technologies such as automation, digitalization, artificial intelligence and advanced metrology systems * Knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies, statistical process control (SPC) and Lean Manufacturing principles is an asset * Fluent command of French and English required, both spoken and written Your mission:
• Develop, optimize and industrialize thin film optical coating processes for new products and technologies, as well as for the major improvement of existing manufacturing processes + Design innovative production concepts and define technical requirements relating to coating equipment, manufacturing systems, automation and new production technologies + Act as a technical expert for coated optical components, conduct feasibility studies and transform complex technical customer requirements into robust and industrializable manufacturing solutions + Develop and implement in-line metrology and measurement solutions in collaboration with Quality, R&D and other technical departments to ensure process control and product performance + Lead new product introduction (NPI) and ensure the efficient transfer of new coating processes to series production, notably through their qualification, stability and capability (Cpk, Ppk, Cgk) + Plan and coordinate production trials, equipment installation, process qualification as well as ramp-up phases in collaboration with Production, Engineering, Maintenance and Quality teams + Actively participate in continuous improvement processes and evaluate the technologies of tomorrow such as automation, artificial intelligence, advanced measurement systems and data-based manufacturing + Lead cross-functional process development projects and provide your technical expertise in the context of commercial offers and exchanges with customers regarding new products and technologies jpid34ac1c2jm jpit1040jm jpiy26jm