Materials And Process Engineer

WHD Consulting Ltd.; Nidwalden; On-site; CHF 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WHD Consulting Ltd. in Nidwalden, Switzerland, is seeking a Materials and Processes Engineer (Permanent) to lead metal materials and assembly process initiatives within a multidisciplinary team.

The role focuses on qualification testing, documentation, and ensuring compliance with aerospace regulations (EASA, FAA, FOCA) and environmental standards (REACH/RoHS). Fluency in German and English at B2 is required.

Qualifications

• MSc in Materials Science, Materials Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong expertise in metallic materials and assembly processes.
• German and English at B2 level.
• Analytical problem-solving for complex technical challenges.
• Independent, flexible and goal-oriented mindset.
• Effective teamwork and interpersonal communication.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute qualification test programs and implement new metallic materials, assembly technologies and processes
• Compile and revise technical documentation such as Process Specifications, Engineering Standards and Engineering Reports
• Lead materials and process projects in the field of Metals and Assembly
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate materials and processes into product design
• Support Engineering, Production, Quality and Customer Support in metallic materials and process topic as well as in material failure analysis
• Ensure compliance of materials and processes with EASA, FAA and FOCA regulations as well as with environmental and regulatory standards such as REACH and RohS

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Independent work

Teamwork / collaboration

German/English B2 proficiency

Education

MSc in Materials Science / Materials Engineering / Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Materials and Processes Engineer (Metals and Assembly processes) - Nidwalden, Switzerland (Permanent)

My client, a market leader in their sector are looking to recruit a Materials & Process Engineer to join their expanding team. The role can be described as follows:

Role / Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute qualification test programs and implement new metallic materials, assembly technologies and processes
• Compile and revise technical documentation such as Process Specifications, Engineering Standards and Engineering Reports
• Lead materials and process projects in the field of Metals and Assembly
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate materials and processes into product design
• Support Engineering, Production, Quality and Customer Support in metallic materials and process topic as well as in material failure analysis
• Ensure compliance of materials and processes with EASA, FAA and FOCA regulations as well as with environmental and regulatory standards such as REACH and RohS

Skills / Experience:

• MSc degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
• Demonstrate strong expertise in metallic materials and Assembly processes
• Good German and English skills at B2 level with a cooperative and proactive personality
• Apply analytical problem-solving skills to complex technical challenges
• Work independently with a flexible, committed, and target-oriented mindset
• Communicate effectively in interdisciplinary teams, showing strong teamwork and interpersonal skills