Thin films engineer

Ref 2586383 | Date: 20 Oct 2026 EPFL EPFL, the École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne, is one of the most dynamic university campuses in Europe and is ranked in the top 20 worldwide in many academic rankings. EPFL has more than 6'500 staff members who drive the three main missions of the School: education, research, and innovation. The EPFL campus offers an exceptional working environment at the heart of a community of more than 17'000 people, including nearly 12'500 students and 4'000 researchers from more than 120 different nationalities. Thin films engineer Mission The CMi is a technological platform equipped with a significant fleet of micro- and nano-fabrication equipment. A multidisciplinary team of 25 people is in charge of ensuring its operation and evolution. The platform welcomes more than 650 users annually, mainly doctoral students from EPFL, as well as postdocs, students, internal and external researchers, and industrial partners, who all perform their own processes. The challenges are multiple, whether it is to offer the highest level of processes, satisfying research needs, to ensure training, to offer very broad expertise and advice, or to guarantee safety. Reporting to the head of the process engineers team, you will collaborate closely with the entire existing multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians. We are looking for a person with solid basic knowledge, ready to invest themselves and progress quickly to carry out demanding technical and scientific interventions. Main tasks and responsibilities * Train users on the equipment. * Advise users on the best technological choices. * Acquire, install, qualify, and operate equipment with a value exceeding one million francs * Work with external service providers. * Document equipment and processes. Profile Profile sought: * Master of sciences, or a title deemed equivalent. * Ideally with experience: + in CVD, PVD, or electroplating fields. + in thin film metrology. Personal and social skills: * Excellent communication skills. * Keen sense of service. * Spirit of initiative. * Rigor and autonomy in work. * Ability to work in a team, open-minded and committed. * Great practical sense. * Stress resistance. Language Skills: * Very good knowledge of French (reading, writing, speaking), C1 equivalent level. * Good knowledge of English (reading, writing, speaking), B2 equivalent level. We offer * The possibility to join a dynamic and stimulating team. * A high-quality multicultural and academic working environment. * Opportunities for continuing education. * Work on industrial equipment in an evolving ISO5 class cleanroom. Information Start date: immediately or to be agreed Occupation rate 100% Contract type: CDD Duration: 1 year renewable Additional information: [ ](< >) jpidddb978ejm jpit1043jm jpiy26jm