Electrical Engineer – Pharma/Industrial Systems Lead

Tech'Firm Industrie AG; Bern; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech'Firm Industrie AG is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support challenging projects in Switzerland. The role covers design, implementation, commissioning and optimization of electrical systems within pharmaceutical and chemical environments.

You will lead and coordinate electrical engineering activities across facilities, laboratories and process plants, ensuring safety, reliability and regulatory compliance. Immediate start, 100% workload, permanent employment in Bern.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline (Bachelor’s or Master’s).
• 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 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Electrical design

Project coordination

Troubleshooting

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Tech'Firm Industrie AG is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support challenging projects in Switzerland. The role covers design, implementation, commissioning and optimization of electrical systems within pharmaceutical and chemical environments.

You will lead and coordinate electrical engineering activities across facilities, laboratories and process plants, ensuring safety, reliability and regulatory compliance. Immediate start, 100% workload, permanent employment in Bern.