Lead Mechanical Engineer
Dietikon, Zurich, SwitzerlandEngineering – Optotune /Full-time /On-siteAre you a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer with a passion for leading projects and driving innovation? We are seeking an experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team at Optotune. In this role, you will be at the forefront of designing, developing, and implementing cutting-edge mechanical systems and solutions.
Tasks
1. Lead, Develop, and Inspire the mechanical engineering team following Optotune's core values
2. Supporting product, process and technology development from concept designs through to product launch and mass production
3. 3D modelling, mechanical simulations and detailed design documentation including technical drawings
4. Process tooling development to ensure the manufacturability of our products at low costs, high throughput, and maximum yield
5. Feasibility studies and evaluation of new concepts
6. Responsible for the development and maintenance of the mechanical engineering toolset including CAD and Product Data Maintenance (PDM) systems and associated processes
7. Supporting the development of a world-class supply chain and integrating associated technologies into the product and process designs
8. Collaboration with project leaders and multidisciplinary project teams
Requirements
9. MSc/BSc degree in mechanical or mechatronics engineering
10. 5 years of detailed mechanical design experience in an industry setting
11. Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a team
12. Experience in product development, preferably in Consumer, Meditech, or Industrial Opto-electronics industries
13. Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals with proficiency with design tools including: CAD (Solidworks), Simulations (Comsol), D/PFMEA, GD&T and tolerance stack up analysis
14. Experience in establishing, optimising and maintaining and using PDM systems valuable
15. Creative and analytical thinking, proactive, well organized, autonomous, hands-on, open-minded for challenging ideas
16. Proficiency in English required, German is an advantage
Why us?
17. A competitive salary with ESOP
18. Retirement savings plan with company match
19. Generous vacation policies
20. Opportunities for professional development and career growth
21. A collaborative and fast-paced work environment
22. Start-up flair mixed with SME professionalism
23. Flexible working environment & home office
24. Respectful and supportive culture with a lot of fun
25. We are extremely international and proud of our diversity in every aspect
26. Awesome regular company events
We are a dynamic and motivated team. We live an open culture in which your work will be crucial to the success of the company. You will work with extraordinary colleagues, all striving for one common goal: to create an outstanding company.So if you are looking for a challenging job in an innovative environment and you are determined to use your extraordinary skills to bring our revolutionary products to the market, then we would be pleased to get to know you. Only CV in English is needed. Please note that we DO NOT engage with personal agencies for this position.