Auctae Switzerland Sàrl
Lausanne
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Mechanical Project Manager - Special Machines (m/f)
- 11 February 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Lausanne
Job summary
Join Auctae in Switzerland as a Mechanical Project Leader! Exciting role with growth opportunities and innovative environment.
Tasks
- Lead mechanical design projects for complex machines.
- Develop innovative CAD solutions using PTC Creo or similar software.
- Collaborate on system architecture and integration of subsystems.
Skills
- Mechanical engineering degree with proven design experience.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
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About the job
Are you passionate about the development and design of new complex machines?
Skills to join Auctae in Switzerland as a mechanical project and development manager
With a background as a Mechanical Engineer or Generalist, you have proven initial experience in the mechanical design of complex machines both in surface and volumetric modeling, ideally with software such as PTC Creo or CATIA, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Siemens NX, Solid Edge, etc.
You have worked on thermal engines, electric engines, reactors, turbines, special machines, etc. intended for the transport sectors (land, marine, aeronautics, space, etc.) or defense.
Join the Auctae team in Switzerland as a mechanical design and development project manager
As a mechanical design and development project manager you:
- are responsible for projects involving definition, specification, 3D design and modification (CAD) of components, sub-assemblies, and mechanical and electrical systems both in surface and volumetric modeling, in a new product context;
- design and develop innovative CAD solutions using PTC Creo (minimum Creo 8) up to the creation of drawings;
- implement new functions on existing products as well as integrate and connect electrical and electronic subsystems;
- participate in system architecture and integration of mechanical and electromechanical subsystems;
- are in charge of the entire technical file;
- lead and participate in design reviews
(concept review, design review, data input review)
- conduct feasibility studies and prototypes to validate concepts;
- work on system architecture;
- lead brainstorming sessions during concept definition;
- contribute to FMEA;
- contribute to design improvements and optimizations, cost reduction by using calculations and/or simulations (mass, stress level, tolerance, etc.);
- work closely with industrialization, production, quality, and purchasing teams.
You are rigorous, organized, pragmatic, and autonomous. With a positive character, technically solution-oriented, you have a very good synthesis and analytical mind and know how to collaborate cross-functionally. As a proactive force, you bring creative and innovative solutions to problem-solving.
Are you Swiss nationality, holding a valid work permit (B, C, or G) or a citizen of the European Union?
Position open to all candidates matching the profile. Permanent contract (CDI).
We are Auctae, a Swiss company based in the Lake Geneva region, driven by augmented innovation: engineering, advanced technologies, and the industry of the future.