Environmental Test Engineer

Who we are

In a life without sound, our work provides meaning. As a leading provider of innovative hearing care solutions, we are not just a company that makes products: we are a team on a mission to help people enjoy the delight of hearing. To enable a life without limitations, we - through our core business brands Phonak, Unitron, Sennheiser, Advanced Bionics and AudioNova - develop, manufacture and distribute solutions that push the limits of technology and redefine the future of our industry.

As an Environmental Test Engineer in our R&D Hardware Development Services team, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our hearing solutions. This is your opportunity to work with advanced materials and test methods, contribute to product development, and tackle technical challenges that make a real difference in people's lives. In return for your analytical mindset and technical expertise, you will find a collaborative culture where you can thrive, grow your skills, and help shape the future of innovative hearing solutions.

More about the role

• Plan and execute advanced materials analyses, accelerated aging tests, and failure analyses using chemical and physical methods
• Prepare samples, set up test equipment, and monitor the progress of environmental tests
• Interpret test results, identify root causes, and provide actionable recommendations to development and production teams
• Develop and validate new test methods, while continuously improving existing processes to meet evolving product requirements
• Ensure compliance with internal and external standards for environmental testing
• Prepare detailed technical reports and present findings to stakeholders
• Provide technical guidance and support to lab operators

More about you

• Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, or a related field (FH, BSc, MSc)
• Solid experience in laboratory testing, method development, and data interpretation
• Familiarity with reliability engineering and environmental stress testing is an advantage
• Basic knowledge of mechanics and electronics is a plus
• Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently
• Fluent in English; German language skills are a plus

More about what we offer

As one of the world's leading hearing care providers headquartered in Switzerland, we're committed to building an inclusive culture. We offer a flexible hybrid working model, opportunities for professional and personal development, and a range of employee benefits including sports, cultural activities, and excellent food facilities. You'll enjoy an open corporate culture with flat hierarchies, opportunities to take on responsibility, and employment conditions designed to support a healthy work-life balance.

Sabrina Bortolussi Talent Acquisition Manager, is looking forward to receiving your complete application (cover letter, CV, references and certificates) via our online job application platform. 

For this vacancy only direct applications will be considered.