Swiss Watch Design Methods Engineer

Jobup; Neuenburg; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Auctae in Switzerland is seeking a methods engineer to define geometric tolerances and ISO GPS specifications, and to design tooling for machining, assembly, and polishing processes. You will analyse drawings and concepts from creation and product marketing, ensuring feasibility, dimensional accuracy and aesthetic quality.

With 3–5 years of project management in watch design or related tooling, you will drive 3D CAD work up to production drawings, manage prototypes, and support industrialisation

Qualifications

• A degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of project leadership experience in engineering.
• Proficiency with CAD tools such as PTC Creo or SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Define geometric tolerances and ISO GPS specifications.
• Design tooling for machining, assembly and polishing processes.
• Analyse designs, balancing technical and aesthetic constraints.
• Lead 3D CAD work for watch components and assemblies.
• Support prototyping and industrialisation toward series production.
• Present design reviews and justify engineering choices.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Communication

CAD proficiency

Education

Mechanical engineering degree

Tools

PTC Creo

SolidWorks

Job description

Auctae in Switzerland is seeking a methods engineer to define geometric tolerances and ISO GPS specifications, and to design tooling for machining, assembly, and polishing processes. You will analyse drawings and concepts from creation and product marketing, ensuring feasibility, dimensional accuracy and aesthetic quality.

With 3–5 years of project management in watch design or related tooling, you will drive 3D CAD work up to production drawings, manage prototypes, and support industrialisation