Senior Photonic Back-end Process Engineer (2418-BE)

LIGENTEC is a young, dynamic and strongly growing company, headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland, near EPFL, close to the shore of Lake Geneva. We are developing Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) to world-leading performance with our customers for applications in Quantum Technologies, LiDAR, Space, Biosensors and more.

To support our growth, we are looking for a:

Senior Photonic Back-end Process Engineer
Integrated Photonics

Defining, setting up, and managing the cost optimized processes and infrastructure for our photonic integrated circuit back-end prototyping and production. This role involves hands-on execution of processes, transitioning to overseeing and training operators, and ensuring the highest standards of quality.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Define and establish backend processes including optical inspection, PCM characterization, and pick-and-place operations.
• Set up and maintain the necessary infrastructure and equipment for production.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Execute backend processes, including visual inspection, optical testing of process control monitoring (PCM) cells, sorting and pick-and-place into carriers and train operators with further growth.
• Perform data analysis and create a yield reporting and feed back to the front end processing team and contribute to root cause analysis investigations.
• Ensure product conformity, execute or escalate dispatch decisions, create quality reports and Certificates of Conformity for the customer
• Responsible for inventory system and related improvements
• Improve and automate the back-end processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous process improvement and innovation

• Master’s degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical, physical or nano engineering.
• Min of 5 years industrial working experience in quality assurance, testing or product delivery process definition.
• Experience of work in the cleanroom environment and micro fabrication techniques is a plus.
• Understanding of photonic devices like modulators, photodiodes and lasers is a plus.
• Knowledge of python for statistical data analysis.
• Excellent technical problem-solving skills.
• Open minded, critical, and innovative.

• Ability to work independently and with remote teams.
• Working proficiency in English.

We look forward to receiving your full application, including 1) your CV, 2) a statement of interest (relating the position to your skills) and 3) grade or work certificates. Non-complete applications may not be considered.