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R&D Engineer
CHF 126'281 (CHF)/yr
CHF 60.71 (CHF)/hr
CHF 4'710 (CHF)/yr
The average r&d engineer gross salary in Switzerland is CHF 126'281 or an equivalent hourly rate of CHF 61. In addition, they earn an average bonus of CHF 4'710. Salary estimates based on salary survey data collected directly from employers and anonymous employees in Switzerland. An entry level r&d engineer (1-3 years of experience) earns an average salary of CHF 88'012. On the other end, a senior level r&d engineer (8+ years of experience) earns an average salary of CHF 156'423.
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Salary Potential
CHF 134'360 (CHF)
6 %
Based on our compensation data, the estimated salary potential for R&D Engineer will increase 6 % over 5 years.
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R&D Engineer, the majority at 100% with bachelors.
Typical Field of Study: Research and Development Management
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View Cost of Living PageSwitzerland, officially the Swiss Confederation, is a landlocked country located in west-central Europe. It is bordered by Italy to the south, France to the west, Germany to the north and Austria and Liechtenstein to the east. Switzerland is geographically divided among the Swiss Plateau, the Alps and the Jura; the Alps occupy the greater part of the territory, whereas most of the country's population of 9 million are concentrated on the plateau, which hosts its largest cities and economic centres...
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Plans and conducts research in field or specialization of an engineering discipline to discover facts, or performs research directed toward investigation, evaluation, and application of known engineering theories and principles. Evaluates findings to develop new concepts, products, equipment, or processes or to develop applications of findings to new uses. Designs and develops new products, as well as product changes and... enhancements, in support of a company's strategic plan. Initiates and provides technical direction for research and development programs to enhance products and/or production methods and improve parts and equipment technology.
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