Development Engineer (m/f/d)

Richard AG; Rothrist; Remote; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Richard AG in Switzerland seeks an engineer for independent development of new products and systems. You will perform sizing and design, conduct technical feasibility studies with FEM simulations, and collaborate on prototypes to validate concepts.

You will also prepare standards-compliant documentation such as 3D models, drawings, BOMs, circuit diagrams, and pneumatic schematics. The role emphasizes independent work, precise thinking, quality orientation, and clear communication in German and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Experience in product development.
• Proficiency with CAD and simulation tools, ideally Autodesk Inventor.
• Experience in the rail industry or a similarly regulated environment is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and with precision, and to think holistically.
• Quality-conscious with sound technical judgment.
• Clear and goal-oriented communication, both internally and with customers.
• Fluent in spoken and written German and English.

Responsibilities

• Independent development, sizing, and design of new products and systems in projects and subprojects.
• Technical feasibility studies using calculations and FEM simulations, and justification of design decisions.
• Collaboration in the construction of functional models and prototypes to validate concepts.
• Preparation of standards-compliant sales and manufacturing documentation (3D models, drawings, bill of materials, circuit diagrams, and pneumatic schematics).
• Participation in FMEA/FMECA and processing of change requests within the internal change management process.

Skills

German language

English language

Product development experience

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Your Responsibilities

• Independent development, sizing, and design of new products and systems in projects and subprojects
• Technical feasibility studies using calculations and FEM simulations, as well as justification of design decisions
• Collaboration in the construction of functional models and prototypes to validate concepts
• Preparation of standards-compliant sales and manufacturing documentation (3D models, drawings, bill of materials, circuit diagrams, and pneumatic schematics)
• Participation in FMEA/FMECA and processing of change requests within the internal change management process

Your Profile

• Bachelor's or master's degree (from a university or university of applied sciences) in mechanical engineering or electrical engineering
• Experience in product development
• Proficiency with CAD and simulation tools, ideally Autodesk Inventor
• Experience in the rail industry or a similarly regulated environment is a plus
• Ability to work independently and with precision, and to think holistically
• Quality-conscious with sound technical judgment
• Clear and goal-oriented communication, both internally and with customers
• Fluent in spoken and written German and English

What to Expect

• Technically Sophisticated Products for the Rail Industry
• Responsibility for development from concept to production readiness
• Significant creative freedom and direct influence
• Close integration of development and testing under one roof
• Short decision-making processes
• A collaborative work environment with direct cooperation across various departments