Electrical Engineer (m/f/d)

TechFirm Engineering; Basel; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Techfirm Engineering in Basel is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support challenging projects in the pharmaceutical and chemical sectors in Switzerland. You will contribute to the design, implementation, commissioning and optimization of electrical systems, coordinating with Operations, Maintenance, Automation, EHS and Quality teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 3 years of industrial experience, with knowledge of

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (Bachelor's or Master's) required.
• At least 3 years of experience in electrical engineering, industrial installations or project execution.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, chemical, or other industrial environments.
• Knowledge of Swiss regulations and standards (NIN, NIV, ESTI, EKAS, SUVA) and SN EN / IEC standards.
• Knowledge of ATEX requirements.
• Experience in GMP-regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support electrical engineering projects through their lifecycle, from feasibility to handover.
• Design and coordinate electrical systems including power distribution, switchgear, UPS, VFDs, heating and heat tracing.
• Develop concepts, specifications, diagrams and documentation for facilities and processes.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, contractors and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with Swiss regulations and standards; participate in commissioning and handovers.
• Identify opportunities to improve reliability, safety and energy efficiency.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

English

German

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Drive Electrical Engineering Projects in Switzerland with Techfirm Engineering!

About the Role:

Techfirm Engineering is looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer to support challenging projects in the pharmaceutical and chemical industries in Switzerland. In this role, you will contribute to the design, implementation, commissioning, and optimization of electrical systems. Combining strong technical expertise with project coordination skills, you will help deliver safe, reliable, and compliant electrical infrastructures from concept through to handover.

• Lead or support electrical engineering projects throughout their lifecycle, from feasibility studies and conceptual design to detailed engineering, installation, commissioning and handover.
• Design and coordinate electrical systems, including power distribution, switchgear, UPS systems, variable frequency drives, electrical heating and heat tracing.
• Develop electrical concepts, technical specifications, diagrams and engineering documentation for facilities, laboratories, process plants and utilities.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams, contractors, suppliers and installation partners.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, quality and technical deliverables.
• Support new installations, facility expansions, modernization projects and system upgrades.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Swiss regulations, electrical standards and ATEX requirements where relevant.
• Participate in site inspections, troubleshooting, commissioning activities and technical handovers.
• Identify opportunities to improve system reliability, safety, energy efficiency and operational performance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders from Operations, Maintenance, Automation, Process Engineering, EHS and Quality.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline (Bachelor's or Master's degree).
• At least 3 years of experience in electrical engineering, industrial installations or project execution.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, chemical or other industrial environments.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, technical design, engineering documentation and project execution.
• Familiarity with relevant Swiss electrical regulations and standards, such as NIN, NIV, ESTI, EKAS, SUVA and applicable SN EN / IEC standards.
• Knowledge of ATEX requirements.
• Experience with commissioning, troubleshooting, contractor coordination and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience in GMP-regulated environments.
• Strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently.
• Good working knowledge of English and German.

Why Join Techfirm Engineering?

• Work on challenging engineering projects in Switzerland's pharmaceutical, biotech, chemical and industrial sectors.
• Contribute to projects across the full engineering lifecycle, from concept and design to commissioning and handover.
• Collaborate with experienced professionals in multidisciplinary teams.
• Benefit from a long-term partnership with a Swiss engineering consultancy with more than 27 years of experience.
• Develop your technical expertise and grow your career through diverse project opportunities.

Please note: Candidates must hold valid Swiss, EU or EFTA work authorization.