Lead Electrical Engineer (m/f/d)

Exyte GmbH; Basel; On-site; CHF 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Exyte Basel is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to drive electrical design and construction management on sophisticated high-tech projects in the pharmaceutical, biotech and semiconductor sectors.

You will lead the electrical discipline across concept design to commissioning, coordinate with international teams, ensure compliance with standards, and deliver on time, within budget, and with quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Several years of experience as Electrical Engineer / Lead Electrical Engineer on industrial/high-tech projects.
• Proven experience in electrical design, construction management, commissioning, and start-up activities.
• Strong knowledge of international electrical standards and regulations.
• Experience working in multinational project teams and international environments.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and leadership skills.
• Fluent in German and English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the electrical engineering discipline on complex EPCM and engineering projects.
• Design, specify, and develop electrical systems for industrial and high-tech facilities.
• Manage and coordinate external engineering consultants, suppliers, and contractors.
• Prepare, review, and approve technical specifications, calculations, reports, and design documentation.
• Support procurement activities, including technical bid evaluations and supplier selection.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary project teams, clients, and regulatory authorities.
• Take responsibility for construction management activities related to electrical installations during project execution.
• Monitor site activities to ensure compliance with quality, safety, budget, and schedule requirements.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise inspections, testing, and acceptance procedures.
• Lead and coordinate commissioning and start-up activities for electrical systems.
• Support FATs, SATs, loop checks, energization activities, system testing, and final handover to clients.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, regulations, and industry best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coordination

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Problem solving

German language

English language

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Discover your exciting role

As a global leader in the design, engineering, and delivery of high-tech facilities, Exyte provides innovative solutions for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, semiconductor, and advanced technology industries. We are seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer (m/f/d) to join our team in Basel and support projects from concept design through construction and commissioning.

Explore your tasks and responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the electrical engineering discipline on complex EPCM and engineering projects.
• Design, specify, and develop electrical systems for industrial and high-tech facilities.
• Manage and coordinate external engineering consultants, suppliers, and contractors.
• Prepare, review, and approve technical specifications, calculations, reports, and design documentation.
• Support procurement activities, including technical bid evaluations and supplier selection.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary project teams, clients, and regulatory authorities.
• Take responsibility for construction management activities related to electrical installations during project execution.
• Monitor site activities to ensure compliance with quality, safety, budget, and schedule requirements.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise inspections, testing, and acceptance procedures.
• Lead and coordinate commissioning and start-up activities for electrical systems.
• Support FATs, SATs, loop checks, energization activities, system testing, and final handover to clients.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, regulations, and industry best practices.

Show your expertise

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a comparable technical discipline.
• Several years of experience as an Electrical Engineer, Senior Electrical Engineer, or Lead Electrical Engineer in industrial, pharmaceutical, life science, or high-tech projects.
• Proven experience in electrical design, construction management, commissioning, and start-up activities.
• Strong knowledge of international electrical standards and regulations.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams and international environments.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and leadership skills.
• Structured, proactive, and solution-oriented approach to work.
• Fluent in German and English, both written and spoken.

Travel Requirements

• 100% willingness to travel within Switzerland and internationally, depending on project requirements.
• Readiness for extended assignments at construction sites and client locations.

Contact:

For further questions and information, please do not hesitate to contact Delia Weber via E-Mail at [e-mail].