Flawil

R&D Team Lead Technology (m/f/d)

17 August 2026
100%
Permanent position
English (Intermediate), German (Intermediate)
Wilerstrasse 98, 9230 Flawil

About the job

R&D Team Lead Technology (m/f/d)

Workload: 100%

Workplace: Flawil

Type of employment: Permanent

Your Tasks

Leadership and further development of the team (3 employees) consisting of engineers and CAD designers in Flawil as well as deputy to the Head of Mechanical Design

Development of customer-specific tooling solutions as well as new products for OEM and customer projects from technical conception to implementation

Creation of the required technical product documentation as well as planning and execution of tests and measurement series

Technical support for Sales, Applications and other internal interfaces as well as consulting on customer and OEM projects

Optimisation of working methods, tools and development processes as well as ensuring uniform standards for 3D modelling

Your Profile

Technical training in the mechanical field with further education as a mechanical engineering technician HF/FH or comparable qualification

Several years of experience in the development and design of precision mechanical products, ideally in machine tool construction

Ideally experience in the professional and personnel management of small teams

Very good 3D CAD skills as well as experience with MS Office and SAP

Analytical, solution-oriented and communicative personality with a high awareness of quality

Fluent in German and English

As an expert in zero-reference systems, automation and software systems, SYSTEM 3R delivers comprehensive solutions for the entire manufacturing industry, optimising manufacturing processes and increasing efficiency.

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We Offer

Excellent career opportunities: UNITED MACHINING offers many opportunities for career development. We provide a talent management process (MyNextBigStep) to promote your career.

Excellent training tools: At UNITED MACHINING we offer development opportunities for everyone. We provide global learning tools as well as training and specialised courses.

Focus on sustainability and innovation: We have high sustainability and innovation goals. Let us work together towards a sustainable future.

About Us

UNITED MACHINING is one of the world’s leading providers of complete solutions for manufacturers of precision components and tools as well as for mould making. The portfolio includes machines for milling, EDM, laser structuring, laser micro-machining and additive manufacturing. In addition, the business unit offers spindles, automation solutions, tools and digitalised solutions, supported by unparalleled customer service and support.

The UNITED MACHINING brands include AGIE CHARMILLES, CHARMILLES, MIKRON MILL, LIECHTI, STEP TEC and SYSTEM 3R.

UNITED MACHINING is headquartered in Biel, Switzerland, and currently employs over 3,000 people at more than 50 locations worldwide.

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