Enterprise Applications Specialist

Anavia AG; Bilten; Vor Ort; CHF 85.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Anavia AG is seeking an experienced professional for a pivotal role in engineering applications strategy in Bilten, Switzerland. The ideal candidate will define and execute application strategies to optimize performance and lead the technical administration of engineering systems.

This role demands strong leadership skills, hands-on experience in system integration, and excellent communication abilities across cross-functional teams. A background in engineering or IT is essential, along with a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 3 years of experience in enterprise applications or engineering systems.
• Proven track record in support of engineering environments including PLM and CAD systems.
• Strong proficiency with application architecture and system integrations.

Aufgaben

• Define and execute engineering applications strategy aligned with business priorities.
• Lead tool standardization initiatives to improve efficiency.
• Manage vendor relationships and software licenses.

Kenntnisse

Application architecture

System administration

Integrations

Technical leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

PLM platforms (e.g., Teamcenter)

CAD/ALM tools (e.g., NX, Altium, Jira)

SQL databases

Jobbeschreibung

Your mission

Key Responsibilities
Enterprise Applications Strategy & Portfolio Management

• Define and execute the engineering applications strategy in alignment with Engineering and business priorities
• Own the application portfolio roadmap, lifecycle management, and performance monitoring
• Lead tool standardization and consolidation initiatives to reduce redundancy and improve efficiency
• Manage vendor relationships, software licenses, and cost optimization across the tool portfolio
• Identify and implement automation and AI/ML capabilities; incorporate into roadmap and team development

Technical Administration & Architecture

• Act as technical lead and primary owner of engineering applications; perform hands‑on configuration, administration, integration, and complex troubleshooting
• Administer and maintain PLM, CAD, and other platforms including server infrastructure, databases, and application layers
• Configure workflows, lifecycles, business rules, and integrations to support engineering and manufacturing processes
• Manage user accounts, access permissions, roles, and security policies in accordance with data classification and export control requirements
• Plan and execute system upgrades, patches, and migrations with minimal operational disruption

Integration & Data Management

• Configure and maintain integrations between PLM, CAD and ERP systems for BOM synchronization and data traceability
• Support data exchange with manufacturing execution systems and requirements management tools
• Develop and maintain automated data migration scripts and system interfaces
• Ensure data integrity, proper file structure hierarchies, naming conventions, and change management workflows

Team Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Coordinate and mentor a small team; define scope, track progress, and elevate risks
• Partner with Engineering, configuration management, and manufacturing to align tools to process needs and manage expectations
• Drive tool awareness, training, and adoption across the organization
• Serve as a trusted enterprise systems advisor to Engineering and IT leadership
• Develop and deliver training materials and ensure effective support in coordination with IT

Your profile

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical field (or equivalent experience).

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in enterprise applications, engineering systems, or related technical areas; 2+ years directly supporting engineering environments (PLM, CAD, collaboration tools).
• Proven track record of hands‑on system administration and integration in aerospace, automotive, or manufacturing industries.
• Experience with tool portfolio management, vendor negotiations, and license optimization.
• Proven track record of supporting engineering organizations in product development environments.

Technical Skills

• Strong background in application architecture, administration, integrations, and development. Proficiency with PLM platforms (e.g., Teamcenter) and CAD/ALM tools (e.g., NX, Altium, Jira, Polarion).
• Experience integrating with ERP, manufacturing tools, and relational databases (e.g. SQL).
• Familiar with scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Shell) for automation.
• Exposure to cloud platforms, cybersecurity practices, and regulated data environments.
• Exposure to AI/ML and advanced analytics is a plus.

Industry Knowledge

• Understanding of product development processes in aerospace or regulated industries.
• Familiar with engineering change management, configuration management, and BOM structures.

Leadership & Communication

• Proven ability to operate as a hands‑on specialist. Strong technical leadership, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills. Effective communicator with both technical and business stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and deliver results across cross‑functional teams. Forward‑thinking mindset with ability to drive adoption of emerging technologies.

Language: Good language skills in English (oral and written). German desirable.
Passport: Swiss / EU Nationals only.
Location: On‑site in Näfels or Bilten, Switzerland.