Richemont Watch Laboratory Technician
- Location
- Le SentierVaudSwitzerland
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- May 19, 2026
About Richemont
Richemont is a Geneva-headquartered luxury goods group whose portfolio includes several of the world’s pre-eminent watch and jewellery maisons. The organisation is recognised for its emphasis on artisanal craftsmanship, technical excellence and the preservation of traditional watchmaking savoir‑faire, while investing in laboratory testing and R&D to ensure product performance and longevity.
Richemont seeks a Watch Laboratory Technician in Le Sentier, Switzerland — perform chronometry, quality and reliability testing for premium timepieces.
Role & Responsibilities
- Perform precision chronometry and functional tests on mechanical and quartz movements, including timing analysis and regulation.
- Execute environmental, shock and water‑resistance testing according to internal protocols and applicable industry standards.
- Disassemble, inspect and reassemble movements and components to diagnose faults and verify corrective actions.
- Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation — timing machines, microscopes, pressure testers and metrology tools — ensuring regular calibration and traceability.
- Record, analyse and report test results; generate technical dossiers and support non‑conformity investigations with clear root‑cause documentation.
- Collaborate closely with R&D, quality and production teams to develop test plans for new models and to validate corrective engineering changes.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of laboratory procedures, test methods and equipment maintenance schedules to enhance repeatability and throughput.
- Ensure strict compliance with safety, cleanliness and quality management procedures in the laboratory environment.
Qualifications
- Swiss Federal VET certificate in watchmaking (CFC) or equivalent vocational qualification in horology or micro‑mechanics.
- Strong manual dexterity and experience working under a microscope with fine mechanical components.
- Proven ability to interpret technical drawings and follow detailed test protocols.
- Methodical approach to data collection, with capacity to produce concise technical reports.
- Fluency in safety and quality procedures relevant to laboratory and production environments.
- Professional demeanor and capacity to work collaboratively across R&D, production and after‑sales teams.
Skills
Experience
Typically 2+ years of hands‑on experience in a horological laboratory, quality control or watchmaking workshop, with demonstrable exposure to timing, environmental and functional testing of timepieces.
Education
Swiss Federal VET certificate in watchmaking (CFC) or equivalent vocational diploma; further technical training in metrology or laboratory testing is advantageous.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Le Sentier, Vaud, Switzerland, with easy access to Lausanne.
Culture
Richemont fosters a culture that reveres precision, heritage and technical mastery, where laboratory specialists collaborate with artisans and engineers to uphold the highest standards of product performance. The working environment balances rigorous quality expectations with a commitment to skills development and inter‑disciplinary exchange.
About Cerulean
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