Junior Project Manager for Factory Investments (m/f/d)

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Accelleron is at the forefront of sustainability in the marine and energy industries. As a global technology leader in turbocharging, fuel injection, and digital solutions for heavy-duty applications, we leverage over 100 years of heritage as a trusted industry partner. With a presence in more than 100 locations across over 50 countries, our 3,000 talented employees are dedicated to innovating best-in-class products, services, and solutions critical for the energy transition.

Our commitment to excellence and innovation fosters an exciting international environment, where we assist our customers in driving the transition toward sustainable industries through cutting-edge technology and profound expertise. At Accelleron, we value diversity and inclusion, celebrating individual differences as a source of strength.

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

Are you a motivated young engineer passionate about manufacturing technologies? Do you aspire to shape the factories of tomorrow while gaining hands-on experience with complex industrial projects? This is your chance to embark on a rewarding career with a global industrial leader.

As a Junior Project Manager Factory Investments, you will lead the planning and execution of pivotal investment projects aimed at enhancing innovation and efficiency in our global production network. You will collaborate with seasoned project managers and factory experts to implement modern manufacturing technologies—such as automation, digitalization, and advanced machining processes—in high-mix, low-volume production environments. Your contributions will be vital to refining operational methods and driving our journey toward a sustainable future.

This role is perfect for recent graduates in mechanical or production engineering (e.g., ETH Zurich or similar technical universities) who are eager to apply their knowledge to real-world challenges and advance into future leadership roles. You will gain invaluable exposure to CAPEX projects, production systems, and stakeholder collaboration while developing both your technical and organizational skills.

You will be part of the Value Chain organization in Baden, reporting to the Teamlead Value Chain Investments, while working 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, balancing productivity with operational stability.
• Manage global, cross-functional teams throughout all project stages, including initiation, analysis, concept development, implementation, and 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, continuous dialogue, and service excellence.
• 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 improve project management techniques and tools.

Your Background:

• Master’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Production/Industrial Engineering (e.g., ETH Zurich or similar technical universities).
• Initial hands-on experience in the machinery or metal manufacturing industry, ideally with the implementation of advanced technologies (e.g., cutting systems).
• Initial experience in project management is an advantage.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a pragmatic, results-driven approach.
• Analytical thinker with excellent conceptual skills and a proactive, solution-oriented, independent working style.
• Strong communication skills across all levels and enthusiasm for collaborating with various stakeholders.
• Financial literacy to evaluate data and construct sound business cases for investments.
• Team player with high self-motivation, curiosity, and a strong drive to continuously learn and improve.
• 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. To discover more about Accelleron, please visit our website at accelleron.com.

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