Technical Project Manager

Technical Project Manager – Automation & Special-Purpose Machinery :

The Role

Within a Swiss industrial company belonging to a leading international group, you will manage complex technical projects involving the development of special-purpose machinery and advanced automation solutions.

Acting as a key interface between customers and engineering teams, you will oversee projects from initial feasibility assessment through to final equipment validation and acceptance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage international customer projects from the initial development phase through to equipment delivery and acceptance.
• Assess technical feasibility and contribute to tender processes and technical proposals in collaboration with R&D teams.
• Develop project plans and ensure delivery within agreed timelines, budgets and quality standards.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams (mechanical design, software, R&D and assembly) without direct line management responsibilities.
• Act as the main technical and operational interface between customers and internal engineering departments.
• Anticipate project risks, proactively manage technical changes and implement appropriate solutions.
• Plan, coordinate and oversee internal and customer acceptance testing (FAT/SAT).

Your Profile

• Higher technical education (HF, FH, engineering degree or equivalent) in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, automation or systems engineering.
• Proven experience managing international technical projects, ideally within special-purpose machinery, industrial automation or medical equipment.
• Strong technical background with the ability to assess the feasibility of complex engineering solutions and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in project development, customer requirements management and equipment validation processes.
• Knowledge of regulated environments and GAMP 5 methodology would be an advantage.
• Excellent command of both German and English.
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and commercial teams.
• Structured, proactive and solution-oriented mindset, with strong decision-making abilities and the ability to work independently.
• Location: Schwyz, Switzerland