Technical Specialist – International Operations - Relocation to Switzerland
Our client is an engineering company based near Zug, Switzerland. We are currently looking for a hands-on Technical Specialist to coordinate and oversee technical projects across Europe.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and oversee technical projects and maintenance activities on sites across Europe
- Supervise and support technicians and subcontractors on-site while also directly intervening in operational and technical activities when required, including hands-on support during repairs, maintenance, and emergency situations.
- Act as the main point of contact for customers during project execution and emergency interventions
- Manage site activities including documentation, reporting, and coordination of workflows
- Handle overhauls, repairs, maintenance, and commissioning activities
- Coordinate shift operations and technical activities in manufacturing facilities or workshops
- Support emergency repairs and travel independently or with an assistant
Profile:
- Completed vocational training in a mechanical field (e.g. mechanic, fitter, metalworker, agricultural machinery mechanic, or similar)
- Minimum 3–5 years of relevant technical experience
- Experience coordinating technicians, workshops, or shift operations
- Ability to work independently, responsibly, and in a solution-oriented manner
- Comfortable working directly on-site with customers and technical teams
- Good technical understanding including welding, thermal cutting, mechanical assembly, and general maintenance activities
- Fluency in German and English is mandatory
- Willingness to travel extensively across Europe (70–80%)
Offer:
- International and dynamic working environment
- Opportunity to combine operational work with project coordination responsibilities
- High level of autonomy and responsibility
- Long-term development opportunities within an international engineering company
- Salary range: CHF 80,000 – 100,000 depending on experience