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Mechanical Engineer, Automation Projects
Contract type
Ongoing
Work mode
Remote · Payerne, Switzerland
Experience
Mid-level · 3+ years
Job description
Mechanical engineer role in the rocket motor department's R&D team, designing and developing automated solutions for production. The position involves taking technical lead on automation and special machines development.
At a glance
- Work mode
- Remote · Payerne, Switzerland
- Languages
- English – fluent, German – fluent
What you'll do
- Take the technical lead for the automation and special machines development
- Review product designs from a production point of view
- Understand and evaluate the production steps and automation possibilities
- Research existing off-the-shelf components and combine them to an automation solution
- Design and prototype special machines and automation solutions that replace manual production processes and plan their manufacturing
- Create 3D CAD models, drawings, BOMs, and the documentation needed for manufacturing, integration, and testing
- Document design decisions with clear calculations, analyses, and assumptions
- Work with suppliers and manufacturers to answer technical questions and resolve issues during production
- Select standard parts, fasteners, equipment, and consumables according to best practices and industry standards
- Commission finished machines and hand them over to the production team
- Coach junior engineers and interns in mechanical design, manufacturing, and CAD
- Take part in design reviews and technical discussions throughout development
- Work closely with mechanical, automation and testing engineers to ensure the machines integrate and function reliably
What we're looking for
- BSc in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering, or a related field
- At least 3 years of mechanical engineering experience with close ties to automation
- Strong communication skills, a proactive attitude, and a problem-solving mindset
- Ability to meet tight deadlines, both independently and within a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, fast-changing environment
- Willingness to travel to Destinus sites in Switzerland (up to 20%)
- Fluent English and German
Nice to have
- Technical training as a mechanical designer or drafter
- Experience designing automated solutions, special machines, or test benches
- Experience across several project phases: design, build, integration, test, and operation
Your team
rocket motor department
Part of the Destinus engineering team, focused on research and development
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About Destinus
Key facts
- Has sites in Switzerland