Application Engineer Rolling Bearing Technology, 100% (m/f/d) - Industry

About the job

Advise key customers holistically and actively shape innovations: Your opportunity as an experienced engineer in our renowned family business!

The task:

• Comprehensive and competent technical support and further development of key customers in close cooperation with sales, focusing on the German-speaking part of Switzerland
• Assuming technical responsibility for new projects and developing customer-specific rolling bearing solutions
• Early involvement in customers' development and design processes to strategically position own products (design-in)
• Carrying out rolling bearing calculations, lifetime and lubrication calculations considering technical requirements, as well as support with damage and complaint analyses on site
• Technical support for the internal technical service in complex issues as well as checking drawings and specifications
• Active participation in the professional and digital development of the technical department, especially regarding calculation tools, knowledge databases and CAD processes
• Contributing new ideas to improve and optimise internal processes and technical standards
• Contact person for quality assurance, the testing laboratory and suppliers

Your profile:

• Completed studies in mechanical engineering at FH or university level, ETH degree advantageous
• Further training in rolling bearing technology, application technology and/or technical sales advantageous
• Fluent German skills, French and/or English advantageous
• Several years of professional experience in the rolling bearing industry, with a manufacturer or technical dealer
• Solid practical experience in rolling bearing design and lifetime calculation according to ISO 281
• Experience in technical customer consulting, accompanying technical development projects and developing customer-specific solutions
• Interest in the professional development of technical processes and working methods

The offer:

• Versatile and responsible range of tasks at the interface between technology and sales with customer contact, including visits and technical support of the sales team on site
• Wide range of technical projects in various industries
• Motivation to gain experience in new, innovative application fields (e.g. robotics)
• Personal and collegial corporate culture with a committed and competent team
• Established, family-run Swiss company with short decision-making paths and flat hierarchies
• Opportunity to contribute your own ideas and help shape technical development
• International insights and input through business trips to the Shanghai location (1-2 times per year)

The company

Hans Saurer Kugellager AG (SKA) is a successful and established Swiss specialist for rolling bearings and technical components. The company with around 40 employees offers a wide range of ball, roller and plain bearings as well as other solutions for industrial applications. With expert advice, customised solutions and high delivery readiness, SKA supports companies from various industries in the reliable and efficient implementation of their technical requirements. Quality, precision and a partnership-based collaboration are central.

We look forward to meeting you!

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About MU

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