For our client, an international company based in Schaffhausen, we are looking for a motivated, results-oriented, and highly skilled R&D Senior Engineer (m/f/d).
General Information
* Start: As soon as possible / By agreement
* Duration: 1 year
* Remote/Home Office: Hybrid – Onsite position with the option for up to 20% remote work.
Tasks & Responsibilities
* Product Engineering Excellence: Lead senior-level product engineering for high-performance miniature circuit breakers. This comprises conducting pre-studies, planning, evaluating, and developing key product features requiring broad technical engineering knowledge.
* Project Leadership & Coordination: Act as lead engineer or project manager to coordinate tasks within cross-functional teams. Investigate complex technical problems, develop innovative solutions, and prepare strategic recommendations.
* Technical & Business Analysis: Analyze both the technical and business aspects of proposed solutions to effectively support the corporate decision-making process.
* Innovation & Problem Solving: Fully contribute to successful technology and product development project outcomes by identifying, proposing, and implementing innovative solutions. Solve complex industrial problems using advanced tools and methodologies.
* Technology Lifecycle Management: Determine the most effective applications, equipment, and methods to develop, market, or manufacture new products/software, ensuring cost-effective responses to customer requirements.
* Expertise Maintenance: Maintain and expand recognized expertise in your specific specialist field through the external review and tracking of current, cutting‑edge technologies.
Qualifications
* Academic Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Precision Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
* Professional Experience: A minimum of 6 years of proven professional experience in a relevant engineering field.
* Technical Expertise: Strong technical knowledge of low‑voltage products (mechanical and electrical systems), design of mechanical/electrical interfaces, plastic and metallic parts design, and manual/automated assembly processes.
* Design & Tools Mastery: Deep understanding of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA). Highly proficient in CAD software (preferably SolidWorks) and MS Office applications (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project).
* Project & Supplier Management: Proven experience with Project Management methodologies, alongside a track record of working successfully with global suppliers, manufacturing plants, and international engineering resources.
* Mindset & Working Style: High degree of self‑motivation, a quick learner, and a results‑oriented approach with a positive, proactive attitude.
* Language Skills: Strong communication skills in both written and spoken English and German are highly preferred. Excellent English‑only speakers with the right technical background will also be considered.
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