Technology Development Manager MAP (f/m/d)
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Date: Apr 28, 2026
Location: Schattdorf, CH, 6467
Company: Datwyler
In billions of syringes and in every second car worldwide, Datwyler components make an important contribution to the safety of patients and drivers. The high-tech company focuses on high-quality, system-critical elastomer components and holds leading positions in attractive global markets such as healthcare, mobility, connectivity, general industry and food & beverage. With over 25 production sites on four continents, sales in more than 100 countries and over 8,000 employees, the company, headquartered in Switzerland, generates annual sales of more than CHF 1,000 million.
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Datwyler has developed disruptive elastomer-based sensor and actuator technologies which have potential to greatly expand current product reach. A dedicated team is in place focusing on the industrialization and commercialization of the technologies across industries and markets. To enhance this talented team, we are looking for an engineer with a hands-on, innovative and team-oriented mindset.
Technology Development Manager (f/m/d)
As Technology Development Manager, you drive new technologies from initial concept through laboratory validation, ensuring alignment with real customer needs, industrialization requirements, and manufacturing realities. In this role, we expect you to bring experience in sensing and actuation technologies across a range of markets
Key responsibilities
1. Drive our sensor technology from lab prototype to robust, reliable performance
2. Define and track critical technical milestones (, sensitivity consistency, temperature stability, long-term drift)
3. Coordinate testing protocols to validate technology readiness and minimum viable product criteria
4. Collaborate closely with early-adopter customers to understand requirements and conduct proof-of-concept testing
5. Support Design for Manufacturing (DFM) planning and scalability assessments
6. Identify potential production challenges related to sourcing, process repeatability, yield, cost, and quality control
7. Prepare technical reports and presentations for internal stakeholders and potential customers
What We're Looking For
8. Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Robotics, Electromechanical systems or similar in combination with good software application skills and prototyping background
9. Deep technical understanding combined with a customer-focused mindset
10. Self-driven, hands-on and result-oriented character with good communication skills and passion for innovation and technology
11. Fluency in English required and in German strongly desired
What We Offer
12. Work on cutting-edge technologies, on the productization of two new-to-the-world technologies that are reshaping various industries
13. Be part of an agile, interdisciplinary venture team within a globally recognized company
14. Enjoy the freedom to experiment, prototype and innovate in a fast-paced environment
15. Collaborate with a network of visionary researchers, engineers and industry partners
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Julia Mathis (HR Business Partner) and the recruiting team are looking forward to get to know you and are available for further questions by email () or by phone (+41 41 875 12 83).
Datwyler is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Be yourself at Datwyler
We are convinced that people make the difference. At Datwyler, you will experience diversity and a wide range of career opportunities that only an international company can provide. Together, we are increasing our agility, accelerating digitalization and fostering sustainability. For motivated and talented employees, we offer interesting development opportunities with training and assignments in a global environment. With us, you can contribute with all of your creativity and all your ideas.
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