Salary by experience
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| Experience | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 0-2 yrs | CHF 76'000 |
| 3-5 yrs | CHF 80'000 |
| 6-8 yrs | CHF 96'915 |
| 9-11 yrs | CHF 79'477 |
| 12-21 yrs | CHF 95'000 |
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Swiss professionsMetal, Machinery & Watchmaking
Mikrotechnikingenieur/in ETH
You develop and optimise highly complex microtechnology for industry and research.
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
You lead research projects, develop micro-sensors and optimise production processes for innovative high-tech products.
As Mikrotechnikingenieur/in ETH you shape the future of high technology. You work at the intersection of physics, engineering and production. In your daily routine you combine analytical thinking with practical application. Whether in medical technology, optics or robotics: your expertise drives innovation. You lead projects, test prototypes and ensure efficient manufacturing processes. This profession requires specialist knowledge, creativity and precise work.
FieldMetal, Machinery & Watchmaking
Education pathHigher Education Profession
IndustryChemistry, Pharma & Biotech
Swissdoc 0.556.18.0
02 · Salary
What you can earn
✓ Exact salary match
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Mikrotechnik-Ingenieurin. Based on 68 observations, updated 7 months ago.
Salary trend
+8% over decadeView as table
| Period | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 2014-2016 | CHF 77'700 |
| 2017-2019 | CHF 77'800 |
| 2020-2022 | CHF 78'000 |
| 2023-2025 | CHF 83'875 |
Top paying industries
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| Industry | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Machine / System construction | CHF 90'000 | 8 |
| Consumer / Luxury goods industry | CHF 85'100 | 10 |
| Industry various | CHF 78'375 | 18 |
| Medical Technology | CHF 77'800 | 7 |
| Commercial operation / Skilled crafts | CHF 76'000 | 13 |
03 · Pathway
How to enter and grow
Swiss training pathway available in the full profile
- 🎓 Bachelor of Science EPFL in Microengineering
- ⏱ 3 Jahre, Vollzeit
Official education path
The main route is a 3-year full-time bachelor's degree at a university of applied sciences with a focus on microtechnology.
Typical training path
Bachelor of Science EPFL in Microengineering
Prerequisites
- Berufs- oder Fachmaturität mit bestandener Passerelle
- gymnasiale Maturität
- Bachelorabschluss (FH, PH, UH, ETH)
Requirements
- analytical-conceptual skills
- ability to lead staff and work in a team
- ability to develop, carry out and review projects
- interest in physical processes
- technical understanding
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Analytical thinking
- Technical understanding
- Teamwork and leadership
- Precision and quality
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
You stand at the development desk and check the first measurement values of a newly manufactured micro-sensor. You then discuss the next steps for series production with the team.
- You design prototypes and test new materials in the laboratory.
- You optimise automated production processes for maximum efficiency and quality.
- You carry out quality checks and document the results precisely.
- You train staff and advise clients on new technologies.
- You present research findings at international conferences and trade fairs.
Working conditions
You work as a project lead in industrial companies or specialised research institutes. Your work environment includes high-tech laboratories, production halls and meeting rooms for multidisciplinary teams.
Where to learn
- École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) Faculté des sciences et techniques de l'ingénieur (STI) Section de microtechnique EPFL STI SMT-GE BM 1136 (Bâtiment BM)Station 17, 1015 Lausanne
Strengths
- Analytical thinking
- Technical understanding
- Teamwork and leadership
- Precision and quality
Trade-offs
- High responsibility
- Dynamic requirements
- Intensive collaboration
- Time pressure in development
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