Equipment Development Engineer

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The Position

The Equipment Development Engineer will play a pivotal role in the ideation, design, and implementation of custom electro-mechanical R&D setups, such as measurement racks, test stands, and packaging equipment. This role involves not only the development of new equipment but also the troubleshooting, maintenance, and upgrading of existing systems. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with various functions within the organization to ensure seamless tech transfer from R&D to Operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ideation, Design & Implementation: Develop custom electro-mechanical R&D setups, including measurement racks, test stands, and packaging equipment
• Troubleshooting & Maintenance: Perform troubleshooting, maintenance, and upgrades on existing equipment to ensure optimal performance
• Pilot Production & Process Development: Develop and maintain pilot production equipment and processes
• Tech Transfer Support: Facilitate the transfer of technology and processes from R&D to Operations
• Collaboration: Work closely with Operations, Quality & Validation (Q&V), Technical Support, Model Shop, and other departments
• Project Documentation: Create accurate and comprehensive project documentation, including requirements, drawings, and schematics

Minimum Required Skills:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree (Fachhochschule or University) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• CAD Proficiency: Skilled in CAD software (Solidworks or similar)
• Data Acquisition & Control Systems: Familiarity with data acquisition and control systems, both hardware and software
• Automation Control Systems: Knowledge of automation control systems and components, including pneumatic, servo, stepper, and temperature control systems.
• Communication & Teamwork: Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Language Skills: Proficiency in both English and German, written and spoken

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic and collaborative environment and is eager to contribute to innovative engineering solutions within an R&D team.

Who we are

At Roche, more than 100,000 people across 100 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we’ve become one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity.

Roche Diagnostics International in Rotkreuz is a leading provider of diagnostic systems solutions, and the largest manufacturer of fully automated in vitro diagnostic systems in Switzerland. We are more than 2’700 passionate colleagues from over 65 nationalities. Find out more about our site in Central Switzerland, here.

Besides extensive development and training opportunities, we offer flexible working options, 18 weeks of maternity leave and 10 weeks of gender independent partnership leave. Our employees benefit from multiple services on site such as child-care facilities, medical services, restaurants and cafeterias, as well as various employee events.

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion, and strive to identify and create opportunities that enable all people to bring their unique selves to Roche.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.