maxon motor ag
Sachseln
Production Engineer | Electric Drives 80-100%
- 22 October 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Fluent), English (Intermediate)
- 6072 Sachseln
About the job
At maxon, we develop and manufacture electric drives that rank among the best in the world. Our drive systems are used wherever utmost precision and the highest quality standards are indispensable – whether on Earth or on Mars.
For ingenious minds and passionate doers, we offer an international yet familiar environment. People who constantly question the given possibilities and themselves can quickly take on responsibility with us.
As a Production Engineer at maxon, you are where engineering and production meet. You solve technical challenges, optimise processes, and accompany new products on their way into series production. In doing so, you have a direct impact on quality, efficiency, and process reliability – and can truly implement your ideas. That’s why we are looking for you.
For ingenious minds and passionate doers, we offer an international yet familiar environment. People who constantly question the given possibilities and themselves can quickly take on responsibility with us.
As a Production Engineer at maxon, you are where engineering and production meet. You solve technical challenges, optimise processes, and accompany new products on their way into series production. In doing so, you have a direct impact on quality, efficiency, and process reliability – and can truly implement your ideas. That’s why we are looking for you.
Production Engineer | Electric Drives 80-100%
Your Responsibilities
- Technical support of production in case of malfunctions, system problems, and material non-conformities
- Initiate and implement improvement measures – focusing on quality, costs, throughput time, and process reliability
- Accompany new products and processes into series production – from industrialisation to qualification and validation
- Create and maintain master data, manufacturing documents, and work instructions
- Accompany customer-specific solutions in the form of product modifications from feasibility analysis to implementation
- Take on subprojects in the industrialisation of products, assemblies, and systems
- Technically design, procure, and commission new systems, operating and testing equipment
- Process customer returns and participate in 8D processes
This job is just right for you if you ...
- have a technical basic education (EFZ), preferably as a polymechanic or designer, as well as a qualification as a technician HF or alternatively a degree as an engineer in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, electrical engineering, production technology, or a comparable field. Additionally, ideally you bring:
- experience in production engineering, automation, or series production
- experience in project planning, procurement, and commissioning of operating resources and manufacturing systems
- enjoy getting hands-on and developing precise solutions
- a lean mindset and enthusiasm to explore new ways with AI tools and to shape processes differently
What we offer you...
- a familiar working and company atmosphere with transparent information flows and interdisciplinary exchange
- flexible annual working hours that allow you to reconcile your professional goals with your private aspirations
- an occupational health management system aimed at maintaining and promoting your health
- an academy with a versatile range of further training and exciting development opportunities
- progressive social security benefits
- own public transport connection as well as discounts
- a staff restaurant with the best view of the lake and mountains
- a workplace in the centre of mountain sports (skiing, climbing, biking)
Your Contact
Are you interested in a new challenge? Then we look forward to receiving your online application.
- Ms Silvia Obert |
- HR Business Partner |
- +49 7641 9114 201
