R&D Engineer / R&D Engineeress

Etel S.A. - June 19, 2025

Join ETEL - A Leader in Motion Control Solutions

ETEL is a worldwide leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance motion control components and high-end mechatronic motion systems based in Môtiers. We are 100% dedicated to direct drive solutions and are committed to fostering a diverse range of skills that contribute to our exciting international activities. Join us in our journey towards growth!

We Are Looking For

A meticulous, structured, and methodical individual with strong analytical thinking and systematic problem-solving abilities. Ideally, you should exhibit autonomy and curiosity, along with the capability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team, coupled with effective communication skills.

We Offer You

  • A challenging role within an open and dynamic mid-sized company in an international environment
  • Competitive compensation and excellent working conditions in a modern, innovative high-tech setting
  • A long-term commitment and opportunities to develop a rewarding career

Your Mission

  • Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for ETEL’s high-performance motion and position controllers
  • Implement efficient and reliable code for SoCs and DSPs in both bare-metal and RTOS environments
  • Analyze and propose new control device architectures through modeling, simulation, and experimentation
  • Validate control algorithms using MATLAB/Simulink and support their deployment to embedded targets
  • Ensure real-time performance, system stability, and robustness in demanding motion control applications
  • Contribute to software architecture with a focus on scalability, modularity, and maintainability
  • Drive the full product lifecycle: from concept and prototyping to validation, release, and long-term support
  • Define qualification plans, design test benches, and ensure compliance with internal and external standards
  • Document technical work clearly and actively participate in design and code reviews

Your Profile

  • Master’s or PhD in electronics, embedded systems, computer engineering, or a related field
  • 5+ years of professional experience in embedded software development
  • Strong proficiency in C/C++ for SoCs and DSPs, with experience in real-time systems (bare-metal or RTOS)
  • Demonstrated capability to design robust software architectures and implement efficient algorithms
  • Hands-on experience with model-based design and code generation using MATLAB/Simulink
  • Proficient with version control systems, particularly Git, and comfortable with collaborative development workflows
  • Experience with Agile methodologies and associated tools (e.g., Atlassian suite) is an advantage
  • Familiarity with motion control or servo systems is a plus
  • Knowledge of FPGA development (VHDL) is an advantage
  • Fluent in English; proficiency in French is a plus

Take on the Challenge!

Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Location : Môtiers NE
Country : Switzerland

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