Junior Project Manager Factory Investments

Join Accelleron: A Leader in Sustainable Innovation

Accelleron is accelerating sustainability in the marine and energy industries as a global technology leader in turbocharging, fuel injection, and digital solutions for heavy-duty applications. With a heritage of over 100 years as a trusted industry partner, we serve customers in more than 100 locations across over 50 countries. Our team of 3,000 innovative employees is committed to delivering best-in-class products, services, and solutions that are mission-critical for the energy transition.

You will join a team of experts in an exciting international environment dedicated to excellence and innovation. Together, we support our customers in driving the transition toward sustainable industries with cutting-edge technology, deep expertise, and smart solutions. At Accelleron, we foster diversity and inclusion, celebrating individual differences as a source of strength.

Opportunity for Young Engineers

Are you a motivated young engineer with a passion for manufacturing technologies and the ambition to shape the factories of tomorrow? This is your opportunity to gain hands-on experience working on complex industrial projects while developing your technical and project management skills.

Position: Junior Project Manager Factory Investments (m/f/d)

As a Junior Project Manager Factory Investments, you will lead the planning and execution of key investment projects to drive innovation and efficiency in our global production network. Collaborating closely with experienced project managers and factory experts, you will implement modern manufacturing technologies—including automation, digitalization, and advanced machining processes—in high-mix, low-volume production environments. Your contributions will enhance our operational efficacy and support our journey towards a more sustainable future.

This role is ideal for recent graduates in mechanical or production engineering from esteemed institutions who are eager to apply their knowledge in real-world projects and grow into future leadership roles. You will gain exposure to CAPEX projects, production systems, and stakeholder collaboration while developing your technical and organizational capabilities.

You will join the Value Chain organization in Baden, reporting to the Teamlead Value Chain Investments, and collaborate closely with factory leadership and technical experts across our global value chain.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead complex factory optimization and investment projects (CAPEX 0.5–10M CHF), ensuring timely, cost-effective, and high-quality execution.
• Develop and apply deep expertise in production processes to drive innovation, automation, and digitalization—striking the right balance between productivity and operational stability.
• Manage global, cross-functional teams through all project stages, from initiation to final handover.
• Build and manage high-performance project teams, establish effective governance structures, and coordinate work packages efficiently.
• Act as a trusted partner to internal stakeholders, ensuring strong customer focus and continuous dialogue.
• Develop relationships with external partners, such as suppliers, universities, and technology providers, to support project success.
• Proactively identify, assess, and recommend emerging technologies and innovative processes to enhance factory operations.
• Promote knowledge sharing and the adoption of best practices across the company, continually improving project management techniques and tools.

Your Background

• Master’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Production/Industrial Engineering from a reputable institution.
• Initial hands-on experience in the machinery or metal manufacturing industry, ideally with advanced technologies.
• Initial experience in project management is an advantage.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a pragmatic, results-driven approach.
• Excellent analytical and conceptual skills with a proactive, solution-oriented working style.
• Strong communication skills across all levels, enthusiastic to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Financial literacy to evaluate data and build robust business cases for investments.
• Team player with high self-motivation, curiosity, and a strong drive for continuous learning and improvement.
• Fluency in English and German (written and spoken).

Your Benefits

• Canteen
• Childcare
• Modern office, smart working
• Flexible working model
• Attractive holiday plan
• Employee assistance program

We look forward to receiving your application. Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

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