Sensor Development Engineer

For one of our clients, a world leader in in-vitro diagnostics, we are currently looking for a Sensor Development Engineer.

General Information:

• Start Date: asap
• Latest Possible Start Date: 01.03.2026
• Planned Employment Duration: 12 months contract with the possibility of extension
• Workplace: Rotkreuz
• Workload: 100%
• Home Office: possible, 20%
• Team: 26 team members
• Department: BGE Sensor & Reagents
• Working Hours: Standard

About the job:

The BGE Sensors & Reagents team is focused on the development, characterization, and optimization of various electrochemical and optical sensors for medical devices in the field of IVD diagnostics. They focus on the measurement of blood gases, electrolytes, and metabolites in whole blood. They select electrochemical, optical, or enzymatic measurement principles and develop the corresponding sensors to deliver desired products.

Your Opportunity:

Dive into the world of cutting-edge sensor development where you'll collaborate with our expert team to design, test, and optimize electrochemical and optical sensors used in life-saving medical devices. This is your chance to apply your scientific knowledge to real-world challenges and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in healthcare.

The Perfect Candidate:

Possesses a degree in Engineering or Science, preferably in Chemistry, along with 1-3 years of experience in a chemical laboratory. Essential qualifications also include demonstrated experience in comprehensive material characterization using diverse techniques, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Collaborating with technical experts in the development and enhancement of sensors for blood gas analysis.
• Contributing to sensor design investigations by planning and conducting various material and sensor characterization experiments and tests.
• Providing scientific expertise to the development know-how and gaining a deep understanding of complex electrochemical and optical sensors and processes, including their characterization and optimization.
• Managing assigned work packages, planning and executing experiments, and preparing detailed analyses and documentation.
• Utilizing various analytical methods and tools for sensor and material analysis, as well as data analysis software to compile technical reports.

Must Haves:

• Degree in Engineering/Science (e.g., Master's degree from a Technical University), ideally in Chemistry, Material Science, Physical Chemistry, or a related field
• 1-3 years experience in a chemical laboratory environment
• Proven experience with comprehensive material characterization utilizing a variety of techniques, including structural, spectroscopic, and physical property analysis (SEM, profilometry, chemical analysis, microscopy, etc.). This includes planning and conducting experiments, performing data analysis, and technical reporting
• Structured and independent approach to conducting experiments and documenting results
• Detail-oriented, adaptable, and a collaborative team player who enjoys hands-on laboratory work
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English (German is a plus)

Ready to drive global diagnostics forward? Apply now and become an integral part of this innovative team! We are looking forward to receiving your application! 

Application Submission Deadline: 11.01.2026