Schaerer AG
Zuchwil
Head of Electronics & Electrical Engineering (m/f/d) - 100%
- 24 October 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Zuchwil
Job summary
Join as Head of Electronics & Electrical Engineering in a dynamic role. Enjoy a supportive environment with great benefits and coffee.
Tasks
- Lead the electrical departments in Zuchwil (CH) and Geislingen (DE).
- Develop electrical concepts for projects with team leaders.
- Manage project planning, including resources and deadlines.
Skills
- Degree in Electrical Engineering and several years of leadership experience.
- Expertise in mechatronic systems and electronics development.
- Strong communication skills in German and English, both oral and written.
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About the job
Cross-location leadership: You will take on the personnel and technical leadership of the electrical departments in Zuchwil (CH) and Geislingen (DE).
Concept development: You will develop electrical and electronic concepts as well as specifications for new and existing projects in collaboration with the respective electrical team leaders. This includes electronic boards, motors, sensors, as well as complete assemblies for our coffee machines.
Planning and implementation: You are responsible for the project planning of tasks and projects, including resource planning as well as adherence to deadlines, costs, and quality requirements. You are also responsible for the verification of requirements.
Technology management: You identify and evaluate new technologies for use in coffee machines.
Collaboration with production and suppliers: You support production in troubleshooting and work closely with purchasing to evaluate suppliers and ensure coordination with them.
PROFILE:
You have a degree in electrical engineering (university, university of applied sciences or college) as well as several years of leadership experience.
You have at least 5 years of experience in product or technology development of mechatronic systems as well as in electronics development; experience in project management is an advantage.
You impress with solid expertise in circuit technology, sensor technology, embedded systems (HMI), power electronics, and electronic components such as displays.
You work independently and are capable of coordination and integration with strong assertiveness.
You have strong communication skills and are fluent in German and English – both spoken and written.
OUR ATTRACTIVE OFFER:
We offer you a dynamic environment and the chance to familiarise yourself with an independent role. You have the freedom to use your professional, methodological, and social skills with commitment and implement them successfully. A modern employer with progressive working conditions, fantastic coffee, and above-average social benefits awaits you at your new workplace.
NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
Please note that we fill this position without the support of recruitment agencies and therefore do not accept unsolicited dossiers from recruitment agencies. Dossiers submitted by recruitment agencies are considered unsolicited and therefore do not lead to a contractual obligation on our part.