Electrical Design Engineer (German-speaking) (7098 – KFR)

CTC Resourcing Solutions; Wallis; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Life Science Career Network is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer (German-speaking) for a 12-month contract in the Valais region of Switzerland. You will design, specify, and optimize low-voltage electrical systems for automated pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities.

The role requires a degree in Electrical Engineering and fluent German with English skills. You will lead drive technology, switchgear, UPS, and energy optimization while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Work permit or Swiss/EU citizenship required
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Experience designing electrical systems in industrial manufacturing environments

Responsibilities

• Design and specify low-voltage electrical systems for industrial environments
• Lead projects involving drive technology, VFDs, switchgear, UPS and pipe trace heating
• Develop concepts, specifications, schematics, and installation documentation
• Provide technical input through feasibility, detailed design, commissioning and handover
• Advise on electrical infrastructure modernization and asset lifecycle

Skills

Electrical design

Drive systems

Power distribution

German language

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor/Master in Electrical Engineering

Federally Certified Electrical Installer / FA

Job description

The Life Science Career Network

CTC are specialised industry experts who can help companies source the best talent and provide reliable HR and consulting services, support varied candidates in finding promising career opportunities and offer the latest in skill development training programmes.

Electrical Design Engineer (German-speaking)

Our client, a global market leader in the production and process support of active pharmaceutical ingredients, both in the chemical and biotechnology sectors, is looking for two German-speaking Electrical Design Engineers for a 12-month contract based in Valais area, Switzerland.

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will support the design, development, and optimization of electrical systems across the client’s highly automated manufacturing facilities. Working within multidisciplinary project teams, you will ensure electrical infrastructure is safe, reliable, energy-efficient, and compliant with all applicable industry regulations and company standards.

Main Responsibilities:

• Design, specify, and implement low-voltage electrical systems for industrial and process manufacturing environments.
• Lead and support projects involving drive technology, variable frequency drives (VFDs), frequency converters, switchgear, UPS systems, electrical heating systems, and pipe trace heating.
• Develop engineering concepts, technical specifications, electrical schematics, and design documentation for new installations and plant upgrades.
• Provide technical expertise throughout project lifecycles, from feasibility studies and detailed design to commissioning and handover.
• Contribute to strategic decisions regarding electrical infrastructure, modernization, and asset lifecycle management.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards, including NIN, ATEX, VKF, and electrical safety requirements.
• Support troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives to maximize plant reliability, operational efficiency, and system performance.
• Identify and implement energy optimization measures that improve sustainability and reduce operating costs.
• Collaborate closely with operations, maintenance, automation, and project teams to deliver safe, effective, and innovative engineering solutions.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Relevant working/residency permit or Swiss/EU-Citizenship required
• Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSc/MSc/HF) or qualification as a Federally Certified Electrical Installer, Master Electrician, or Electrical Project Manager (FA).
• Proven experience in the design, planning, and implementation of electrical systems within industrial manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of power distribution, motor control, drive systems, switchgear, UPS systems, and industrial electrical installations.
• Experience managing projects from concept development and engineering design through commissioning and operational support.
• Familiarity with highly regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, chemicals, or process manufacturing is advantageous.
• Fluent German language skills and English proficiency are required