Mechanical Engineer, Automation Projects

Destinus; Zürich; Presencial; CHF 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Destinus is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to lead automation and special machines development within the rocket motor production area. You will design, prototype, and document production automation, ensuring manufacturability and seamless integration with the existing line.

The role requires 3+ years in mechanical engineering with automation exposure, strong CAD skills, and the ability to mentor juniors.

Formación

• Must hold a BSc in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of three years in mechanical engineering with automation exposure.
• Experience designing automated solutions or test benches is a plus.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% within Switzerland.
• Fluent in English and German.

Responsabilidades

• Take technical lead for automation and special machines development.
• Review production designs from a manufacturability perspective.
• Evaluate production steps and automation possibilities.
• Research off-the-shelf components and assemble automation solutions.
• Design and prototype machines and plan manufacturing.
• Create 3D CAD models, drawings, BOMs and manufacturing docs.
• Document design decisions with calculations and assumptions.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve production issues.
• Choose standard parts and ensure best practices.
• Commission machines and hand over to production.
• Coach junior engineers and interns in CAD and manufacturing.

Conocimientos

Mechanical design

Automation projects

DFM

Mentoring juniors

Communication

English & German

Educación

BSc in Mechanical Engineering

Herramientas

3D CAD

BOM creation

DFM tools

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

The Destinus engineering team is looking for a highly motivated and hands-on mechanical engineer capable of delivering engineering solutions as part of the research and development in the rocket motor department. In this role you will design and develop automated solutions for production. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience as a mechanical engineer with experience in automation projects, mechanical design and DFM with a demonstrated ability to take ownership during development and drive technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Take the technical lead for the automation and special machines development
• Review product designs from a production point of view
• Understand and evaluate the production steps and automation possibilities
• Research existing off-the-shelf components and combine them to an automation solution
• Design and prototype special machines and automation solutions that replace manual production processes and plan their manufacturing.
• Create 3D CAD models, drawings, BOMs, and the documentation needed for manufacturing, integration, and testing.
• Document your design decisions with clear calculations, analyses, and assumptions.
• Work with suppliers and manufacturers to answer technical questions and resolve issues during production.
• Select standard parts, fasteners, equipment, and consumables according to best practices and industry standards.
• Commission finished machines and hand them over to our production team.
• Coach junior engineers and interns in mechanical design, manufacturing, and CAD.
• Take part in design reviews and technical discussions throughout development.
• Work closely with mechanical, automation and testing engineers to ensure the machines integrate and function reliably.

Qualifications and Experience

• BSc in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering, or a related field.
• Technical training as a mechanical designer or drafter (preferred).
• At least 3 years of mechanical engineering experience with close ties to automation.
• Experience designing automated solutions, special machines, or test benches (an advantage).
• Experience across several project phases: design, build, integration, test, and operation (preferred).
• Strong communication skills, a proactive attitude, and a problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines, both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, fast-changing environment.
• Willingness to travel to Destinus sites in Switzerland (up to 20%).
• Fluent English and German.