Rolex Silicon Microfabrication Engineer

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Location
Switzerland
└Geneva
└Geneva
Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Mid-Level
Posted
Mar 17, 2026

About Rolex

Rolex is a leading Swiss watchmaker renowned for its technical excellence, vertical integration and uncompromising standards of quality. The brand is recognised for sustaining advanced in‑house manufacturing capabilities, long‑term investment in specialist skills and a culture that marries traditional craftsmanship with cutting‑edge engineering.

Rolex (Geneva) seeks a Silicon Microfabrication Engineer to lead R&D projects in silicon fabrication and metrology for watchmaking.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Propose and implement R&D projects targeting innovative fabrication and measurement processes, with a primary focus on silicon‑based technologies for horology.
  • Lead cross‑functional initiatives in coordination with R&D, Industrialisation, Production, Industrial Logistics and Quality teams.
  • Manage collaborative projects with academic and industrial partners, ensuring technical alignment and delivery.
  • Formalise and communicate methodologies and outcomes through technical reports and presentations.
  • Maintain scientific and technical watch on novel manufacturing processes of relevance to watchmaking and liaise closely with internal specialists.

Qualifications

  • Degree in physics or microtechnology from a HES/EPF (or equivalent); specialised training or a doctorate is an advantage.
  • Demonstrable experience with innovative fabrication and measurement processes, preferably acquired in a cleanroom environment.
  • Proven experience managing projects within an industrial setting.
  • Strong communication skills, rigor, autonomy and excellent organisational and planning ability.
  • Dynamic team player with intellectual curiosity and the aptitude to operate in multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Silicon microfabrication Cleanroom processes Process development for microfabrication Metrology and measurement techniques for microsystems Project management Technical reporting and presentation Collaboration with academic and industrial partners

Experience

Confirmed industrial experience in development and implementation of innovative fabrication and measurement processes, including hands‑on work in cleanroom environments and demonstrated responsibility for industrial project delivery.

Education

Engineering degree (HES/EPF) in physics or microtechnology or equivalent; specialised postgraduate qualification or doctorate is an asset.

Workplace

The role is situated in Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland.

Benefits

Stimulating work environment; excellent working conditions; flexible working time arrangements; top‑tier social benefits.

Culture

Rolex fosters a culture of technical excellence, discretion and meticulous craftsmanship, combining long‑term investment in skills with rigorous quality standards. The workplace values cross‑disciplinary collaboration, continuous learning and the steady pursuit of engineering innovation.

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