Management Trainee – Design Engineering

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting in the building sector and motor vehicle industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 101 countries around the world and manufactures in over 400 factories. Its more than 33,000 employees generated annual sales of CHF 11.2 billion in 2025. Sika is active in Japan with more than 1300 people and has a long-standing history.

Job Description

The Management Trainee will join the Design Engineering team to support the design and development of injection-molded plastic components for automotive and industrial applications. The role involves product design, engineering documentation, prototype validation, design optimization, and collaboration with customers, manufacturing, quality, and project teams. The trainee will build competencies in product development, CAD design, manufacturing processes, and innovation projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Automotive Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Fresh graduates or candidates with up to 2 years of experience.
• Strong analytical and engineering problem-solving skills.
• Interest in product design, CAD tools, and manufacturing processes.
• Good communication and teamwork capabilities.
• Passion for innovation and continuous learning.

Additional Information

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.