Automation Engineer

TL;DR

Automation Engineer: Develop, build, and support automation solutions for R&D and production of rocket motor and pyrotechnic components with an accent on integrating PLCs, cobots, servo motors, sensors, and control systems. Focus on designing machines from concept to production readiness, iterating prototypes, and ensuring safety and repeatability in manufacturing processes.

Location: Willingness to travel to different hirify.global sites in Switzerland (max. 20%)

Company

Revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) for government agencies and defense organizations.

What you will do

• Develop, build, and support automation solutions from R&D to in-house production of rocket motor and pyrotechnic components
• Design and develop machines and automated setups from concept to full integration of components like servo motors, cobots, PLCs, and sensors
• Build and test prototypes, iterate based on results, and drive solutions to production readiness
• Program and integrate collaborative robots (cobots)
• Collaborate with propulsion engineers, production teams, and safety specialists to meet performance, quality, and safety requirements
• Maintain documentation and contribute to continuous improvement through automation and digitalization

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Automation, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
• 3–5 years in automation engineering, ideally in manufacturing or R&D
• Experience with electrical work, control cabinets, wiring diagrams, and safety
• Hands-on designing and building machines from concept to commissioning
• Proficiency in PLC programming (structured text, Codesys) and industrial control systems
• Proficiency integrating servo drives, pneumatics, sensors, and control systems
• Experience with cobot programming (Universal Robots, Polyscope 5 or similar)
• Working knowledge of machine safety standards (CE directive, SUVA, ATEX, pyrotechnics)
• Willingness to travel to Switzerland sites (max. 20%)

Nice to have

• Experience with industrial robot arms (KUKA, Fanuc, ABB)
• Understanding of mechanical design; CAD tools (Siemens NX or similar)

Culture & Benefits

• Thrive in fast-moving, cross-functional teams building from scratch
• Hands-on environment focused on experimentation, iteration, and shop-floor solutions
• Emphasis on ownership, quality, safety, and continuous improvement