Manufacturing Equipment Technician

Coherent Corp. is the global leader in photonics, designing and manufacturing advanced laser, optical, and material technologies used by customers worldwide across industrial, communications, electronics, and instrumentation markets.

With a broad global footprint and deep engineering capability, we combine advanced manufacturing, applied innovation, and customer collaboration to deliver high-performance solutions that enable critical technologies and solve complex, real-world challenges.

About Coherent in Switzerland

Coherent Corp. Zurich is a key research and production hub specializing in advanced photonics, engineered materials, and high-power semiconductor laser technologies. Our teams develop and manufacture opto-electronic components and laser diodes for industrial, optical data transmission, life science, and high-precision applications, combining strong in-house R&D with state-of-the-art semiconductor manufacturing in an engineering-led culture.

Location: Zurich, Switzerland (Onsite) | Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Job Summary

As a Manufacturing Equipment Technician, you will play a key role in supporting the advanced production equipment used to manufacture Coherent's semiconductor laser technologies. Working within our Manufacturing Equipment Engineering team, you will maintain, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, and assemble a wide range of manufacturing systems that are critical to production performance and reliability.

This is a highly hands-on position offering exposure to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, cooling, and automated production equipment. You will work closely with engineers and technicians to ensure high manufacturing uptime, support continuous improvement initiatives, and contribute to the long-term performance of sophisticated semiconductor manufacturing systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and calibration activities on production equipment, including laser diode burn-in and lifetime testing systems.
• Assemble, install, and commission manufacturing equipment used in semiconductor laser production.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and system-related issues to minimize downtime and maintain reliable equipment operation.
• Manage maintenance activities and repair documentation within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Support the development and maintenance of spare parts inventory systems to ensure equipment readiness and efficient maintenance planning.
• Calibrate system components and verify equipment performance according to manufacturing and quality requirements.
• Work closely with technicians and engineers to improve equipment reliability, process stability, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Support mechanical workshop activities, including equipment modifications, repairs, and fabrication work where required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment performance, uptime, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Completed vocational training in a technical discipline such as Automation Technology, Mechatronics, Polymechanics, Industrial Maintenance, Electronics, or a related field.
• Experience working within a manufacturing, production, industrial, or equipment maintenance environment.
• Hands-on experience operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing complex production systems.

Skills & Other Requirements

• Strong technical understanding with the ability to diagnose and solve equipment-related issues across multiple technical disciplines.
• Practical, hands-on approach with a genuine interest in mechanical and technical work.
• Knowledge of pneumatics, cooling systems, or industrial automation is advantageous.
• Experience using maintenance management systems (CMMS) and basic Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to learn new technologies and become proficient with complex manufacturing equipment.
• Strong communication skills and collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively within a close-knit technical team.

• Fluent German and basic English language skills.

Application Process

All candidates who wish to apply should submit a CV outlining their interest in the position and how their skills and experience align with the requirements of the role.

Applications for this role close end of day on Friday, 17 July 2026.

If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application process, please reach out to allegra.mousaw@coherent.com. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.