Principal Mechanical Development Engineer

Huber+Suhner; Schweiz; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Training & development

Up to 6 weeks leave

Staff restaurant

Wellness support

Public transport discounts

Pension & social security

Zusammenfassung

HUBER+SUHNER in Austria seeks an experienced R&D engineer to develop and evaluate innovative antenna concepts, balancing technical, commercial, and manufacturing considerations. You will design mechanical components and test fixtures, and collaborate with internal and external experts to drive new solutions.

The role requires several years in research and development, familiarity with materials engineering, FEM simulations, and standards, plus strong communication skills in English at B2 level.

Qualifikationen

• Engineering degree with technical specialization (Dipl.-Ing./Masters/Bachelors/ETH) or equivalent.
• Several years of professional R&D experience, including patent activities.
• Knowledge of toolmaking, materials engineering, FEM simulation, and design of experiments is an advantage.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Very good English (B2) and familiarity with standards (IATF, IRIS, MIL).

Aufgaben

• Develop and evaluate innovative product concepts for antennas considering technical, commercial, and manufacturing needs.
• Design mechanical components and test fixtures; validate new solutions.
• Identify new materials, processes, and technologies with experts.
• Plan and manage advanced engineering projects from concept to implementation.
• Build prototypes and conduct proof-of-concept activities.
• Collaborate with partners and research institutions to advance innovation.
• Protect innovations by contributing to patent applications.

Kenntnisse

Strong communication skills

English (B2)

FEM simulation

Design of experiments

Toolmaking

Materials engineering

Ausbildung

Engineering degree (Dipl.-Ing./Masters/Bachelors/ETH) or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

• Develop and evaluate innovative product and technology concepts for future antenna solutions, taking technical, commercial, and manufacturing requirements into account
• Design mechanical components, assemblies, and demonstrators, and develop test fixtures to validate new solutions and product concepts
• Identify, evaluate, and introduce new materials, manufacturing processes, and technologies in close collaboration with internal and external experts
• Independently plan, execute, and manage advanced engineering projects from the initial concept and feasibility studies through to technical implementation
• Build and coordinate functional prototypes, demonstrators and customer samples using rapid prototyping methods, and conduct proof-of-concept activities
• Collaborate closely with internal specialists as well as external partners, universities, and research institutions to advance innovation and explore new solution approaches
• Protect innovations by contributing to patent applications, thereby safeguarding intellectual property and strengthening technological competitiveness

Your profile

• Degree in engineering (Dipl.-Ing., Master's, Bachelor's, University of Applied Sciences, ETH, or equivalent) with a technical specialization, ideally complemented by prior vocational training
• Several years of professional experience in research and development, including patent-related activities
• Knowledge of toolmaking, materials engineering, FEM simulation, and design of experiments is an advantage
• Strong communication skills, a confident and professional manner when interacting with customers, colleagues, and suppliers, and a collaborative mindset
• Very good command of English (B2 level) and experience in applying standards such as IATF, IRIS, and MIL.

Why HUBER+SUHNER?

• Extensive training and professional development opportunities
• Up to six weeks of annual leave
• Modern staff restaurant offering an attractive range of meals
• Contributions for fitness and health programs
• Public transport discounts
• Above-average pension and social security benefits

You will hear back from us as soon as possible. For further information please contact:
Barbara Neurauter
HR Business Partner