Manufacturing Engineer (m/f) 100%

Driven by your trust

SwissP Defence AG focuses on the development and production of small calibre ammunition in the security-relevant sector. This includes the two market segments authorities (police and special units) and military (armies). Our high-quality products stand for uncompromising reliability in all missions. Thus, we are the leading European supplier of small calibre ammunition and serve a worldwide customer portfolio. We are based in Thun and proud to employ around 320 motivated staff. We are committed, ambitious, and convincing! Together with our employees, we want to shape the future of SwissP Defence AG and continuously develop ourselves.

Due to a newly acquired major project, we plan to expand our team in a targeted manner.

Your tasks

• Process development & method planning: Develop and define the manufacturing sequence for complex deep-drawn parts and forming components
• Forming simulation & feasibility analysis: Conduct, analyse and optimise numerical forming simulations to detect and rectify errors
• Tool design (CAD): Design, detail and model forming and deep-drawing tools using modern CAD systems
• Technical specification: Create tool-specific specifications, parts lists, manufacturing and assembly documents as well as monitor design guidelines
• Process support & tryout assistance: Technical support of toolmaking during manufacturing, assembly and testing phases as well as definition of corrective measures in case of geometry deviations
• Supplier & interface support: Technical advice to purchasing and project management when awarding tools to external partners as well as professional support of system suppliers

Your profile

• Technical basic education: Apprenticeship in toolmaking or design
• Further education / studies: Certified technician HF mechanical engineering (specialisation in design technology/production technology) or a degree (Bachelor/Master FH/ETH) in mechanical engineering, production technology or materials engineering
• Experience: At least 3-5 years of professional experience in the methodical development and design of demanding forming and deep-drawing tools
• Expertise: In-depth understanding of sheet metal processing
  Confident and experienced handling of forming simulations and modern CAD systems
  Solid knowledge of modern manufacturing processes in toolmaking
• Language skills: Fluent German and good English skills in spoken and written form (at least level B2) for collaboration with international partners

We offer

In a dynamic team, we offer you a versatile, lively and responsible role with scope for action. A 40-hour week with good social benefits as well as ample room for initiative and responsibility are further key features you can expect from us. As an employer, we place great value on having competent employees on board.