Rolex R&D Engineer

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Location
Switzerland
└Geneva
└Geneva
Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Mid-Level
Posted
Jan 6, 2026

About Rolex

Rolex, a prestigious name in the luxury watchmaking industry, is renowned for its commitment to precision, innovation, and excellence. As a leader in horology, Rolex offers a dynamic and challenging environment for professionals who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology and craftsmanship. The company is part of a larger conglomerate that upholds the highest standards of quality and innovation in the luxury sector.

Rolex seeks an R&D Engineer in Geneva, Switzerland, to lead innovative projects in silicon technologies for watchmaking. Join a leader in luxury horology.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Propose and implement research and development projects related to innovative manufacturing or measurement processes, particularly those involving silicon technologies in watchmaking.
  • Lead cross-functional projects with partner departments such as R&D, Industrialization, Production, Industrial Logistics, and Quality.
  • Manage projects in collaboration with academic or industrial partners.
  • Formalize and communicate methodologies and results through technical reports and presentations.
  • Conduct scientific and technical monitoring of innovative manufacturing processes relevant to horology, in close collaboration with other specialists within the company.

Qualifications

  • Engineering degree in physics or microtechnology from a recognized institution (HES/EPF) or equivalent qualification; specialization or doctorate is an advantage.
  • Proven experience in innovative manufacturing and measurement processes, particularly in a cleanroom environment.
  • Experience in project management within an industrial setting.

Skills

Strong communication skills. Meticulous and autonomous with a pronounced sense of organization and planning. Dynamic, team-oriented, curious, and capable of working in a multidisciplinary environment.

Experience

Confirmed experience in innovative manufacturing and measurement processes, particularly in cleanroom environments, and project management in an industrial context.

Education

Engineering degree in physics or microtechnology from a recognized institution (HES/EPF) or equivalent qualification; specialization or doctorate is an advantage.

Workplace

This position is based in Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland.

Benefits

The position offers a stimulating environment, excellent working conditions, flexible working time solutions, and top-tier social benefits.

Culture

Rolex fosters a culture of innovation and excellence, encouraging a collaborative and multidisciplinary approach to problem-solving. The company values dynamism, curiosity, and teamwork, providing an environment where professionals can thrive and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in horology.

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