Research Engineer Mechatronics (80-100%)

BELIMO Holding AG; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 95.000 - 140.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Belimo is seeking a Research Engineer Mechatronics to shape future HVAC applications by developing concepts that solve real customer challenges and turn ideas into tangible products. You will lead research and exploration projects, design prototypes, and analyze complex challenges to drive innovation.

This role involves collaborating with suppliers and research partners, conducting experiments, and translating findings into new products. Fluent English is required; German is a plus.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Mechatronics or related engineering.
• Several years of experience designing and developing mechatronic systems.
• Strong expertise in mechatronics, drive technology and system-level engineering.
• Experience in early-stage concept development and technology exploration.
• Understanding of sensors, actuators, embedded systems and control technologies.
• Familiarity with automation and emerging mechatronic technologies.
• Self-motivated, innovative and capable of solving complex challenges.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills; fluent English; German is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Lead research and exploration projects from hypothesis to validated concepts, defining objectives and managing stakeholders.
• Develop innovative mechatronic solutions addressing real customer challenges and advancing new product concepts.
• Design, build, and evaluate mock-ups, prototypes and functional demonstrators for idea verification.
• Analyze complex technical challenges and derive practical, future-oriented solutions for mechatronic systems.
• Plan, execute, and interpret experiments and measurements to generate insights and support decisions.
• Challenge existing actuator and sensor concepts and develop sustainable approaches for HVAC applications.
• Identify emerging technologies and market trends, translating findings into future products.
• Collaborate with suppliers, universities and research partners; support IP activities and share knowledge.

Kenntnisse

Mechatronics

Drive technology

System-level engineering

Sensors

Actuators

Embedded systems

Control technologies

Automation

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Mechatronics or related engineering

Jobbeschreibung

Research Engineer Mechatronics (80-100%)

At the intersection of research and product innovation, you'll explore new technologies, challenge existing solutions, and turn promising ideas into tangible products. As a Research Engineer Mechatronics, you'll help shape future HVAC applications by developing concepts that solve real customer challenges and create lasting value.

What You'll Do

• Lead research and exploration projects from initial hypothesis through to validated concepts, independently defining objectives and managing key stakeholders.
• Develop innovative mechatronic solutions that address real customer challenges, creating and advancing new product and technology concepts.
• Design, build, and evaluate mock-ups, prototypes, and functional demonstrators to verify and validate new ideas.
• Analyze complex technical challenges and derive practical, future-oriented solutions for mechatronic systems, drives, and sensing technologies.
• Plan, execute, and interpret sophisticated experiments and measurements to generate insights and support decision-making.
• Challenge existing actuator and sensor concepts and develop sustainable next-generation approaches for HVAC applications.
• Identify and assess emerging technologies, market developments, and industry trends, translating relevant research findings into future products and applications.
• Collaborate with suppliers, universities, and research partners, support intellectual property activities, and actively promote knowledge sharing across the organization.

Who You Are

• Master's degree in Mechatronics or a related engineering discipline.
• Several years of experience in the design and development of mechatronic systems.
• Strong expertise in mechatronics, drive technology, and system-level engineering.
• Experience working in early-stage concept development and technology exploration.
• Understanding of sensors, actuators, embedded systems, and control technologies.
• Familiarity with automation, and emerging mechatronic technologies.
• Self-motivated, innovative, and able to develop creative solutions for complex challenges.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Fluent English, German is a plus.

Who We Are

At Belimo, we take pride in making our company a rewarding place to work. Our leaders are value-driven and encourage new ideas in their teams around the world. Through our passion, our employees are not only creating amazing products, they are revolutionizing the HVAC industry. Investing in our people is at the heart of Belimo's approach to engaging diverse creative talent to grow an industry-leading company. The success of our corporate brand is based on the expertise and commitment of each individual.

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