Ph3Mission /h3 pThe EPFL Hydraulic Machinery Platform (PTMH ptmh.epfl.ch) is a centre of scientific excellence in research and development of hydraulic machines, specializing in performance validation, hydrodynamics and cavitation leveraging advanced measurement techniques and state‑of‑the‑art experimental infrastructure. /p pWe are seeking an Operational Director who, under the guidance of the academic leadership, will lead and oversee the operations of PTMH’s experimental infrastructure. Holding responsibility for the operational management of service contracts, the Operational Director leads an engineering team of 8 staff members, ensures operational excellence and customer satisfaction, and implements strategic direction and service innovation by aligning work practices with institutional priorities. /p h3Main Duties /h3 ul liLine management of the engineering team /li liOperational management of testing platforms and resources in alignment with the academic strategy /li liOversight of platform finances: budget monitoring, payment verification, resource follow-up and financial reporting /li liInvoicing and financial follow-up /li liReview of service contracts and interface with EPFL Legal Department and Technology Transfer Office /li liCoordination of building needs and infrastructure requests /li /ul h3Profile /h3 ul liUniversity degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field /li liAn MBA (Master of Business Administration) is considered an asset /li liAt least 10-year experience in hydraulic machinery model testing /li liExperience in operational and team management /li liSolid organizational skills /li liExcellent communication skills and ability to work autonomously /li liFluency in French and English /li /ul h3What we offer /h3 ul liA dynamic working environment within a multidisciplinary institution of international renown. /li liA position with a high level of autonomy. /li liExcellent working conditions. /li /ul h3Informations /h3 pStarting date : August 1st, 2026 /p pActivity rate : 40% /p pContract type : CDI /p pReference : 2215 /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr