Description

Your role

• Actively participate in applied research projects in optics, industrial vision and metrology, notably for the development of innovative solutions dedicated to quality control and next-generation sensors.

• Support and supervise students during practical work as well as Bachelor projects.
• Contribute to the visibility of the research group and HE-Arc through the creation of demonstrators, the organisation of seminars and the writing of publications.

• Provide support for metrology service activities, including microscopy, the use of three-dimensional measuring machines and X-ray inspection.

Your profile

• Bachelor HES or Master (HES or EPF) degree in microtechnology, industrial computing (automated systems) or industrial engineering and management.
• Strong knowledge of sensors, applied optics and dimensional metrology.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, C++, C#, Matlab or LabVIEW.
• Knowledge in optical design and simulation is an asset.
• Experience in developing industrial vision systems (cameras, lighting, optics and vision software) is desirable.
• Experience with one or more industrial vision libraries, such as Matrox MIL, Matrox Design Assistant, Cognex, NI Vision Builder for Automated Inspection (VBAI) or OpenCV, is a plus.
• Ease in report writing.
• Fluency in French and good knowledge of English.
• Team spirit, autonomy and a strong interest in contact with industrial partners.Work rate: 80-100%Workplace: St-ImierApplication deadline: 3 August 2026Start date: 1 October 2026 or to be agreed This position is open without distinction to female or male staff. Further information can be obtained on our website: www.he-arc.ch/he-arc/emploi