R&D Low Voltage Engineer (Engineering)

TL;DR

R&D Low Voltage Engineer (Engineering): Developing and optimizing low-voltage protection products and miniature circuit breakers with an accent on mechanical and electrical system design. Focus on applying DFM/DFA principles and managing product development initiatives from concept to assembly.

Location: Based in Schaffhausen, Switzerland

Company

Independent technology consulting firm providing guidance and solutions to businesses across Information Systems, Telecom, Life Sciences, and Engineering.

What you will do

• Lead cross-functional teams to investigate technical challenges and develop innovative low-voltage solutions.
• Manage product development initiatives as a Project Manager.
• Drive engineering activities for low-voltage protection products and miniature circuit breakers.
• Collaborate with global suppliers, manufacturing sites, and engineering teams.
• Apply Design-for-Manufacturing (DFM) and Design-for-Assembly (DFA) principles throughout development.
• Optimize manual and automated assembly processes for production environments.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Precision Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related engineering field.
• At least 6 years of professional experience in a relevant engineering environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems for low-voltage products.
• Proficiency in CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
• Fluent in German and English.
• Proven experience with manual and automated assembly processes for low-voltage components.

Culture & Benefits

• International community with over 110 different nationalities.
• Strong internal growth opportunities with a history of promoting from within.
• Robust training system via an internal Academy with 250+ available modules.
• Vibrant workplace with frequent internal events, team buildings, and after-works.
• Commitment to CSR through the WeCare Together program.

Hiring process

• Initial brief virtual or phone conversation to discuss motivations and fit.
• Average of 3 interviews with line managers and future colleagues.
• Technical case study or assessment depending on the specific role requirements.