Your mission
Key Responsibilities
Enterprise Applications Strategy & Portfolio Management
Define and execute the engineering applications strategy in alignment with Engineering and business priorities
Own the application portfolio roadmap, lifecycle management, and performance monitoring
Lead tool standardization and consolidation initiatives to reduce redundancy and improve efficiency
Manage vendor relationships, software licenses, and cost optimization across the tool portfolio
Identify and implement automation and AI/ML capabilities; incorporate into roadmap and team development
Technical Administration & Architecture
Act as technical lead and primary owner of engineering applications; perform hands‑on configuration, administration, integration, and complex troubleshooting
Administer and maintain PLM, CAD, and other platforms including server infrastructure, databases, and application layers
Configure workflows, lifecycles, business rules, and integrations to support engineering and manufacturing processes
Manage user accounts, access permissions, roles, and security policies in accordance with data classification and export control requirements
Plan and execute system upgrades, patches, and migrations with minimal operational disruption
Integration & Data Management
Configure and maintain integrations between PLM, CAD and ERP systems for BOM synchronization and data traceability
Support data exchange with manufacturing execution systems and requirements management tools
Develop and maintain automated data migration scripts and system interfaces
Ensure data integrity, proper file structure hierarchies, naming conventions, and change management workflows
Team Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
Coordinate and mentor a small team; define scope, track progress, and elevate risks
Partner with Engineering, configuration management, and manufacturing to align tools to process needs and manage expectations
Drive tool awareness, training, and adoption across the organization
Serve as a trusted enterprise systems advisor to Engineering and IT leadership
Develop and deliver training materials and ensure effective support in coordination with IT
Your profile
Education
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical field (or equivalent experience).
Experience
Minimum 3 years of experience in enterprise applications, engineering systems, or related technical areas; 2+ years directly supporting engineering environments (PLM, CAD, collaboration tools).
Proven track record of hands‑on system administration and integration in aerospace, automotive, or manufacturing industries.
Experience with tool portfolio management, vendor negotiations, and license optimization.
Proven track record of supporting engineering organizations in product development environments.
Technical Skills
Strong background in application architecture, administration, integrations, and development. Proficiency with PLM platforms (e.g., Teamcenter) and CAD/ALM tools (e.g., NX, Altium, Jira, Polarion).
Experience integrating with ERP, manufacturing tools, and relational databases (e.g. SQL).
Familiar with scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Shell) for automation.
Exposure to cloud platforms, cybersecurity practices, and regulated data environments.
Exposure to AI/ML and advanced analytics is a plus.
Industry Knowledge
Understanding of product development processes in aerospace or regulated industries.
Familiar with engineering change management, configuration management, and BOM structures.
Leadership & Communication
Proven ability to operate as a hands‑on specialist. Strong technical leadership, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills. Effective communicator with both technical and business stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and deliver results across cross‑functional teams. Forward‑thinking mindset with ability to drive adoption of emerging technologies.
Language: Good language skills in English (oral and written). German desirable.
Passport: Swiss / EU Nationals only.
Location: On‑site in Näfels or Bilten, Switzerland.
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