Rapperswil SG
Development Engineer 80% - 100% (m/f/d)
- 03 November 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- English (Fluent), German (Fluent)
About the job
Graf + Cie AG, a world-leading supplier of carding and combing machine card clothing and combs for short and long staple spinning, as well as for producers and machine manufacturers of textile composites (nonwovens), is a subsidiary of the Rieter Group. Headquartered in Rapperswil, Switzerland, Graf offers added value to its customers through highly developed industry knowledge, innovative solutions, excellent after-sales services, and a global presence. The company’s core competencies lie in the manufacture of flexible top card clothing, all-steel card clothing for carding and combing machines, expertise in metallurgy, and precise steel processing. Graf’s high manufacturing depth is the foundation for the outstanding quality of its products and services.
Are you energetic, versatile, service- and goal-oriented? Do you enjoy working in a team, are curious, and consistently find innovative ways to achieve your goals? Then you are a perfect fit for us and can strengthen our team as
Development Engineer 80% - 100% (m/f/d)
Your main tasks and responsibilities
- Comprehensive expertise in interdisciplinary plant and product development – from classic mechanical engineering to the development of complex, technologically demanding products with in-depth specialised knowledge
- Responsibility for the design, development, and further development of innovative technology components for textile technology applications in spinning and nonwoven plants
- Management and control of demanding development projects and subprojects throughout the entire product lifecycle – from idea generation through design and process development to successful market launch
- Strategic new and further development of processes, manufacturing methods, and production plants as well as their sustainable optimisation with a focus on stamping, hardening processes, surface technologies, and wire production
- Establishment and management of close interdisciplinary collaboration with technical customer advisors, product management, service, sales, production, test customers, and external partners to ensure successful development and implementation processes
- Responsibility for development, design, and prototyping as well as planning, execution, and evaluation of tests including technical documentation and knowledge transfer for development, production, and sales
- Promotion of technological innovations and identification of optimisation potentials to strengthen competitiveness, product quality, and efficiency
- Active participation in shaping technological strategies and contributing expert knowledge to the further development of products, processes, and development standards
Your profile
- University degree in mechanical engineering; basic understanding of textile technology and affinity for materials science advantageous
- Strong analytical, conceptual, and also business management thinking skills
- Result-oriented, independent, and proactive personality with high problem-solving competence and project management experience
- Pragmatic thinking and working style with a strong implementation focus and hands-on mentality
- At least 3 years of professional experience in a comparable position
- Materials expertise and strong interest in manufacturing technology (e.g. stamping, hardening, etc.) desirable
- Good communication skills in German and English
Our offer
- A traditional and international working environment
- A varied role in a future-oriented environment with a great deal of personal responsibility
- Good development opportunities and fair employment conditions
- A motivated team with mutual respect and good cooperation
Anke Haugner-Matthes
Head HR Graf Group
GRAF + CIE AG
Bildaustrasse 6
8640 Rapperswil
www.graf-companies.com
Do you feel addressed? If you recognise yourself in this profile and would like to contribute to a successful team, we look forward to meeting you soon. Please send your complete application documents exclusively online.
