Technical & Engineering Manager

Job summary:  The successful candidate will lead and direct the technical department with the focus on the Engineering responsibilities, such as designing, developing and improving the processes used to produce parts and products.   Your goal is to ensure that parts (& products) are manufactured efficiently, cost-effectively, and meet all quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

In your role,

·       You collaborate with other departments to improve products, enhance productivity, reduce costs, and ensure quality.

·       Key responsibilities involve managing process optimization, selection and industrialization of make parts for new products, equipment evaluation and implementation, product audits and continuous improvement projects. This leadership role requires a service mindset with strong technical, process and team-building skills.

·       A close collaboration and regular exchange with our technical departments in Switzerland to assist the development of key components for BERNINA products is key for this role.

·       In addition, the technical department is responsible for the Facility management of the Bernina Thailand (BT) plant including the maintenance of buildings, equipment and machines.

·       The Manager of the Engineering and Technical Department provides leadership to more than 20 staff in the department, reports directly to the Managing Director, BERNINA Thailand and is a member of the Management team of BERNINA Thailand.

Required Qualification:

·       Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering (e.g. Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering).

·       Minimum of 5–10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with high precision parts produced by CAD CAM applications.

·       At least 5 years of experience in a senior leadership role working in a multinational environment

·       Proven track record of managing projects and driving measurable process improvements.

·       Good knowledge of Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

·       Proficiency in relevant engineering software (CAD CAM, ERP, FMEA systems)

·       Ideal with strong background and years of working experience in the manufacturing-based environment from high precision parts produced by CAD CAM application

·       Proficient in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing GD&T (according to ISO14405 and ISO 5015:2011).

·       Knowledgeable regarding material specification, mechanical properties and identification system according to EN 10027-2.

·       Strong analytical skills and experience using data to solve complex problems and drive decisions

·       Good Leadership skills

• Good communication both Thai & English