Product Developer Actuators & Sensors / Product Developeress Actuators & Sensors

Join Datwyler – Innovate with Us!

In billions of syringes and in every second car worldwide, Datwyler components play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of patients and drivers. As a high-tech company, we specialize in high-quality, system-critical elastomer components, holding leading positions in attractive global markets such as healthcare, mobility, connectivity, general industry, and food & beverage. With over 25 production sites on four continents, sales in more than 100 countries, and an employee base of over 8,000, our Switzerland-based company generates annual sales exceeding CHF 1,000 million.

Our employees are the heart of Datwyler; we foster an environment of respect, trust, and appreciation. With strong roots and values entrenched in our 100-year corporate history, we invite you to become part of our dynamic team.

Position: Product Developer Actuators and Sensors

Are you a highly motivated individual eager to explore the frontiers of innovative materials and their applications? We provide an ideal environment for you to grow, innovate, and contribute to cutting-edge projects that genuinely make a difference. Join us in shaping the future of smart elastomer technologies. Apply online using the form below.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to implement and expand your innovative ideas in a specialized, future-oriented company.
• Collaboration with customers, various departments, external partners, and suppliers.
• Five weeks of vacation and a comprehensive onboarding program.
• Diverse, tailor-made training opportunities.
• A vibrant team and exciting tasks.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of Experts and Engineers.
• Manage development projects focused on our innovative technologies, overseeing the entire product development process from idea conception to industrialization.
• Prototype and materialize proof of concepts, including the design, realization, and implementation of mechanical, electronic, and software components.
• Design and construct test setups to evaluate, study, test, and optimize smart materials and their applications.
• Utilize modelling, simulation techniques, and data analysis to describe material behaviour, refine performance models, and enhance material applications.
• Create and manage a network of internal and external partners, including development partners (academic or industrial), suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Engage with customers and support commercial and business development activities in the area of new products and technologies.
• Support technology scouting and innovation management activities.

Our Requirements

Our ideal candidate possesses a well-rounded profile with a blend of technical (electronics, mechanics, and software) and entrepreneurial competencies, particularly in research and development and bringing ideas to life as products.

• MSc or PhD in electronics, mechatronics, or a similar field.
• Experience in programming (Python, C/C++), 3D printing, PCB design, and hands-on creation of mechatronic devices and systems.
• Leadership experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with simulation tools and CAD software is advantageous.
• A creative mindset with a passion for innovation and technology.
• Highly driven, technically curious, results-oriented, and proactive.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain internal and external networks.
• Fluency in English (written and oral, level C2); proficiency in German is an advantage.

Ready to Start?

Marko Colic (HR Business Partner) and the recruiting team look forward to getting to know you. Feel free to reach out for further questions via email at marko.colic@datwyler.com or by phone at +41 41 875 13 50.

Be Yourself at Datwyler

We believe that people make the difference. At Datwyler, you will experience diversity and a broad range of career opportunities that only an international company can provide. Together, we are enhancing our agility, accelerating digitalization, and fostering sustainability. We offer motivated and talented employees exciting development opportunities with training and assignments in a global context. Join us and contribute all your creativity and ideas!

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