Drive the electrical infrastructure and drive technology behind next-generation biotech manufacturing in our state-of-the-art Visp facility. As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will deliver hands-on design, optimization, and lifecycle troubleshooting for critical process manufacturing systems.
This is a fully site-based role. Working together in person supports close, real-time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.
Start date: As soon as possible
Contract Duration: 12 months
Location: Visp, Switzerland
Hours: 41 hours per week
Tasks
- Deliver direct impact on site modernization by leading electrical engineering concepts, technical specifications, and detailed designs for major CAPEX projects.
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary project teams, operations, maintenance, and automation specialists in Visp.
- Execute hands-on engineering, troubleshooting, and asset lifecycle management for low-voltage systems, switchgear, UPS, and drive technology.
- Specify and implement variable frequency drives (VFDs), frequency converters, electrical heating, and pipe trace heating systems.
- Manage full lifecycle execution from initial feasibility studies through detailed engineering, on-site commissioning, and final handover.
- Mentor project interfaces on electrical safety best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Identify and implement energy optimization measures to enhance plant sustainability and operational reliability.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on industrial electrical engineering experience within process manufacturing, chemicals, pharma, or heavy industry.
- Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSc/MSc/HF) or qualification as a Federally Certified Electrical Installer, Master Electrician, or Electrical Project Manager (FA).
- Strong technical expertise in low-voltage power distribution, switchgear, VFDs/frequency converters, UPS systems, and trace heating.
- Demonstrated experience managing CAPEX projects through design, field troubleshooting, and commissioning.
- In-depth understanding of Swiss regulatory frameworks and safety standards, specifically NIN, ATEX, and VKF fire protection regulations.
- Native or professional fluency in German combined with working proficiency in English.
- Strong analytical problem-solving skills with a collaborative, safety-first mindset.
Benefits
- An agile career and dynamic working culture.
- An inclusive and ethical workplace.
- Competitive hourly rate / compensation package.
- Compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge.
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