Research And Development Associate

ALTEN Group

Within 30 years, ALTEN has become leader in both outsourced Engineering and IT Enterprise Services. ALTEN, composed of 54,000 engineers, carries out complex and highly technical projects throughout the value chain of 6,500 clients, the most prestigious companies in all sectors of industry, services and telecommunications. We work with key actors in the Aeronautics & Space, Defence & Naval, Security, Automotive, Rail, Energy, Life Sciences, Finance, Retail, Telecommunications and Services sectors.

ALTEN Switzerland

Since 2005, with 450 current employees, ALTEN Switzerland is a reference partner in providing Engineering services to 100 world leading companies. ALTEN Switzerland’s activities cover all the main strategical areas of the Swiss market in Life Sciences, Engineering & IT Services.

Join ALTEN Switzerland as a R&D Associate Engineer.

Your Role:

• Contribute to the development of innovative solutions in low voltage products and systems
• Design and optimize components and assemblies using CAD tools (preferably SolidWorks)
• Create and deliver manufacturing-ready designs for plastic components and stamped/bent parts
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional project and product teams
• Apply creativity and technical expertise to solve engineering challenges
• Work in an onsite environment with up to 20% remote flexibility
• Utilize strong communication skills in English (German is highly preferred; English-only candidates may be considered)
• Leverage at least 3 years of professional experience and a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Precision Engineering, or a related field

Your Responsibilities:

• Develop innovative design concepts for low voltage products and systems, ensuring technical feasibility and performance
• Create detailed CAD models and drawings (SolidWorks preferred) for plastic components and stamped/bent parts
• Collaborate with project and product teams to deliver optimized design solutions
• Ensure designs are manufacturing-ready through close cooperation with production and engineering departments
• Support continuous improvement and optimization of the existing product portfolio
• Apply strong problem-solving skills and a results-oriented approach to meet project objectives
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders in cross-functional environments

What we offer you

At ALTEN, you benefit from a permanent contract, access to cutting-edge projects with top-tier clients and opportunities for both national and international growth. We support your development with certified trainings in technical and soft skills.

Apply now and grow with us – we believe in building the future together!

Position managed by ALTEN Switzerland AG.

Riedstrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Switzerland

+41 41 790 3714