Senior Mechanical Engineer Transfer- and Automation Systems

Senior Mechanical Engineer Transfer- and Automation Systems #

(m/f/d)

freelance/in temporary permanent employment for a project

Zug

Start date: immediately

Reference number: 895729/1

Tasks ###

• Subject Matter Expertise (SME): Acting as the primary subject matter expert for XYZ transfer systems, automated handling technologies, flexible feeding systems, and precise pick-and-place mechanisms (including customer-specific end effectors and grippers)
• Technical Leadership & Mentoring: Guidance and mentoring of colleagues in the field of mechatronic product development and innovation projects, while simultaneously establishing best practices, design concepts, and modular standards across various projects
• Modular Design and Development: Development of reusable mechatronic modules and standardized architectures to maximize efficiency within the Business Area and beyond
• Calculations and Simulation: Design of drive and motion components (actuators, motors, pneumatics) as well as performing FEA and kinematics simulations to optimize cycle times, load limits, and dynamic system behavior
• Project and Work Package Management: Planning, estimating, and executing technical work packages while adhering to effort, budget, and schedule requirements. Development of decision-making processes and early identification and escalation of potential project deviations
• Analytical Problem Solving & Verification: Conducting 1D/3D tolerance analyses and root cause analyses, monitoring physical prototype tests, and presenting data-driven redesign solutions to stakeholders and product managers
• Technical Documentation: Creation, review, and maintenance of formal technical documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Effective collaboration with internal and external partners such as production, purchasing, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, service, and external suppliers

Profile ###

• Successfully completed Bachelor's or Master's degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, or a related engineering science
• Strong and long-term experience in mechanical design, preferably in a regulated environment (e.g., medical technology, diagnostics, or GxP environment)
• Expertise in transfer systems or automation: In-depth knowledge in the mechatronic design of transfer systems, automation technologies, or robotic arm applications
• Calculations & physical simulation: Strong practical knowledge in mechanical calculations (drive/motor design, moments of inertia, structural loads) and simulations (FEA, motion/kinematics analysis with tools such as ANSYS, MATLAB/Simulink, or native CAD motion modules)
• CAD, PLM & tolerance calculation: Sound practical knowledge in CATIA V5 and/or SolidWorks, SAP-DVS systems, as well as sound knowledge of the ISO 8015 standard (Geometrical product specification / form and position tolerances)
• Design for Excellence (DFX) & Commissioning: Sound knowledge of Design for Manufacturing in various manufacturing technologies, material selection, as well as practical experience in the industrialization of products to series production maturity
• Business fluent German and English skills in speaking and writing are required, excellent analytical and systematic way of working, high adaptability, and strong teamwork skills

Benefits ###

• Dynamic and innovative market environment
• A renowned company with an excellent reputation