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title: "Head of Mechanical Engineering Design (m/f) | Job openings | Grünig-SignTronic AG"
description: Take on the role of Head of Mechanical Engineering in Schwarzenburg. Lead a small team, develop innovative machine solutions, and manage technical projects at Grünig-SignTronic.
image: https://www.grunig-signtronic.com/images/og-image.jpg
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# Head of Mechanical Engineering Design (m/f)

Location: Schwarzenburg

Design innovative machine solutions with a sense of responsibility and foresight

## Job description

**Leadership & Organization**

* Technical and personnel management of a small design team
* Planning, coordinating, and monitoring workflows
* Work preparation and resource planning within the department
* Maintenance and further development of the CAD environment

**Development and Design**

* Development and design of new machines and assemblies
* Implementation of customer-specific requirements and custom solutions
* Maintenance, optimization, and standardization of our machine portfolio
* Preparation of preliminary cost estimates for prototypes and special designs

**Project Management and Process Optimization**

* Planning and coordination of technical projects
* Optimization of processes in design, production, and assembly
* Preparation of risk analyses and technical documentation

**Technical support for the various departments**

* Purchasing: technical consulting, supplier management, and price negotiations
* Sales & Marketing: support with project planning and finding solutions
* Customer Service: damage analysis, troubleshooting, and spare parts inquiries
* Production: technical support during implementation
* Application Engineering: conducting and supervising tests

## Requirements

**Professional Qualifications**

* Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, or a comparable field of study
* Several years of experience in the design and development of machinery
* Experience leading small teams
* Knowledge of project management and process optimization
* Experience in preparing technical documentation and risk analyses

**Software Skills**

* Very good knowledge of 3D CAD systems, ideally HiCAD
* Experience with ERP systems, preferably AMS-ERP

**Personal Strengths**

* Strong technical understanding and a passion for innovation
* Independent, structured, and solution-oriented approach to work
* Strong communication skills and leadership abilities
* Ability to work well in a team, flexibility, and initiative

## Benefits

We offer you a challenging leadership position at an innovative company with flat hierarchies, a motivated team, and an open corporate culture. You’ll benefit from thorough onboarding and a professional environment where every employee matters. We also offer a flexible work schedule with flexible working hours.

## Interested?

Then we look forward to receiving your complete application documents.

Irène Bourqui

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