Electrical Development Engineer (m/f/d) Freelance/temporary employment for a project Zurich Start date: asap Reference number: 853860/1 Responsibilities * Support the development of measurement machine control system through engineering assistance * Design and define machine control systems including electrical component selection and theoretical verification (cables, connectors, motion stages, metrology etc.) * Elicitate, define, and specify control system functions and use cases * Perform basic electrical and communication analysis using Excel * Refine and verify control system requirements and maintain documentation * Pre-select suppliers for electrical components * Build EBOMs (Electrical Bills of Material) using PLM systems * Collaborate remotely or onsite with an established development team Profile * Profound knowledge in designing and defining machine control systems with electrical component selection * In-depth experience in control system requirements management and function specification * Relevant experience in EBOM creation and supplier pre-selection * Ability to analyze electrical and communication aspects using Excel * Technical background with a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field * Familiarity with Siemens PLC Development and control software such as Siemens TIA Portal or Beckhoff TwinCAT is advantageous * Experience with CAD/ECAD tools (e.g., EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical) and PLM systems * English proficiency for clear project communication Benefits * Professional support throughout the application process: We provide valuable tips for your documents and prepare you specifically for interviews * By applying through Hays, you are part of a small and carefully selected group of candidates being presented to the client for this position