Radiofrequency Metrology Technician

Schmid & Partner Engineering AG (SPEAG), the leading developer and manufacturer of advanced, efficient, and reliable test equipment for the evaluation of near- and far-field electromagnetic (EM) radiation, EM materials, and their applications, is currently seeking applicants for the post as

Radiofrequency Metrology Technician

SPEAG, together with its partner organizations Foundation for Research on Information Technologies in Society (IT’IS), ZMT Zurich MedTech AG (ZMT), and TI Solutions AG (TI Solutions), form the Zurich43 alliance. Z43’s dedicated mission is to expand the knowledge and technology for the (i) characterization, optimization, and application of the EM near-field (ii) predictive modeling of interactions between physical agents and physiology in complex anatomies, and (iii) medical applications.

Your challenges:

• Calibrating, testing, and assessing the performance of near-field radiofrequency (RF) sensors and sources
• Assisting our technical and customer service teams in providing worldwide support
• Supporting Z43 R&D teams in characterizing new products and/or optimizing various calibration protocols

Your strengths:

• Training in electronics, as a physics laboratory assistant, a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or an equivalent qualification
• Preference is given to candidates with:
• experience with good laboratory practice
• experience with RF measurement equipment and setups
• knowledge of quality assurance standards, specifically ISO 17025
• understanding of error analysis and uncertainty conventions
• Strong sense of responsibility and the highest quality standard of work
• Self-motivation, good organizational and communication skills, impeccable attention to detail, friendly personality, and team spirit
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, to work independently in a fast-paced setting, and to meet tight deadlines
• Commitment to effectively respond to the needs of partners and customers
• Proficiency in English language (both written and spoken); ability to communicate in German is a plus

Our offer:

• Continuous on-the-job training in the latest RF and communication system measurement technologies
• Collaboration with worldwide technology leaders and in-house experts
• Career path to becoming a domain expert in our calibration laboratory
• Vibrant, multicultural, and innovative work environment that drives key technologies and fosters diversity and inclusion
• State-of-the-art laboratories, high-performance computing clusters, and production facilities
• Creative mix of global talents that span the fields of physics, electronics, mathematics, biology, and more, striving for excellence and high ethical standards
• Flexible working hours at a workplace in the heart of Zurich

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Direct applications are preferred; applications submitted via recruitment agencies are discouraged. Please note that incomplete applications will be disregarded.

Please send your application documents (in English) consisting of motivational letter, tailored CV (max. 2 pages), diplomas, transcripts (with grades), work certificates and/or reference letters (if available) to:

Zurich43, Yvonne Maeder, Zeughausstrasse 43, 8004 Zurich, Switzerland, Phone: +41 44 245 97 38, E-Mail schreiben

Informal inquiries are welcome and should be directed to Dr. Sven Kühn.