Project Engineer (m/w/d)

Nord-Lock International AB; Schwärzi; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Development opportunities

International team

Autonomy

Job summary

Nord-Lock Group is seeking a Project Engineer to deliver timely designs of customer-specific bolting solutions and lead project management to ensure technical feasibility for complex inquiries. You will strengthen our position as a Superbolt Competence Center Europe by collaborating with Sales, Production, QA and international engineering teams.

The role offers challenging projects in an international environment, autonomy, and opportunities for professional development within a global leader in

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or comparable qualification.
• Experience in mechanical design or development of technical components.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD systems.
• Knowledge of engineering standards and regulations.
• Fluent in German and English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and engineer customer-specific bolting and preload solutions.
• Provide technical advice and support to international customers and sales teams.
• Create and review technical drawings, engineering calculations, and documentation.
• Plan, conduct, and evaluate laboratory tests.
• Collaborate with Sales, Production, QA, and international engineering teams.
• Support during customer visits and technical meetings.

Skills

Mechanical design

Engineering calculations

3D CAD

Engineering standards

German English

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D CAD systems

Job description

What does the Shinkansen high speed railway in Japan, Burj Khalifa in UAE, NASA space probes and offshore wind turbines have in common? They are prime examples of constructions with constant vibrations causing stress on the applications which, if not secured properly, jeopardises safety. Most people don’t devote a thought to bolts loosening – but we do. Every minute. Every hour. All day. All Year. Our promise to build connections that last goes beyond manufacturing the best bolting technologies to expert support and pioneering digital solutions.

Do you have a strong background and passion for engineering? Then you might be the person we are looking for! Take on the role as project engineer and report to our engineering manager.

The role as project engineer:

As our project engineeer your mission will be to produce a timely design of customer specific bolting problems, do project management to ensure technical feasibility for new and complex inquiries and strengthen our position as Superbolt Competence Center Europe.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop and engineer customer-specific bolting and preload solutions

• Provide technical advice and support to our international customers and sales organizations

• Create and review technical drawings, engineering calculations, and documentation

• Plan, conduct, and evaluate laboratory tests

• Contribute to research and development projects aimed at continuously improving our products and solutions

• Collaborate closely with Sales, Production, Quality Assurance, and international engineering teams

• Provide technical support during customer visits, technical meetings, and presentations

Your Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a comparable technical qualification

• Professional experience in mechanical design, engineering calculations, or the development of technical components

• Proficiency in 3D CAD systems

• Good knowledge of relevant engineering standards and technical regulations

• Very good command of German and English

• Strong analytical skills, initiative, and enthusiasm for solving technical challenges

• Strong communication skills combined with a structured and independent working approach

What We Offer

• Challenging and exciting engineering projects in an international environment

• A varied position with a high degree of responsibility, autonomy, and opportunity to shape solutions

• Collaboration with experts across the global Nord-Lock Group

• Modern working conditions and short decision-making processes

• Individual training, professional development, and career opportunities

• Attractive employment conditions and a highly motivated team

About Nord-Lock Group

Nord-Lock Group is a global leader in bolting and engineering solutions. Our people are experts in the lifecycle of secure bolted joints, innovators at the forefront of digital solutions and committed to doing business with respect for people and planet. Our brands are all at the forefront of their respective technologies: Nord-Lock® wedge-locking washers, Superbolt®mechanical tensioners, Boltight® hydraulic tensioners, Expander®System pivot pins, and Energy Bolting safety‑critical fasteners.

Nord-Lock Group is owned by the Nasdaq OMX Stockholm-listed company Investment AB Latour and employs 800 people in over 30 countries across the globe. www.nord-lock.com.