Variosystems develops and manufactures electronic solutions for industries where reliability is critical - including Medtech & Life Science, Industrial & Automation, Aerospace & Defence and Smart Infrastructure & Environment. As a long-term strategic partner to innovators and market leaders, we offer services along the entire value chain, from concept and engineering to validated assemblies and global production. Across our global network, more than 2,800 people work together to transform ideas into reliable electronic systems.
Job Description- Starting from concept, design and develop mechanical components, sub-assemblies and complete box builds.
- Translate product requirements into practical, reliable, and manufacturable designs.
- Develop detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies, engineering drawings.
- Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
- Work with suppliers to ensure practical and reliable designs that are cost effective.
- Perform design calculations, tolerance analysis, mechanical engineering analysis and simulations.
- Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, DFMEA, prototyping and verification.
- Support prototype builds, product testing, design iterations, and production introduction.
- Identify and resolve mechanical design issues during prototyping, testing, and manufacturing.
- Prepare and maintain engineering documentation.
- Collaborate closely with electrical, manufacturing, quality, and other engineering disciplines.
- Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc) in Mechanical Engineering.
- Minimum 5+ years of relevant industry experience in product design.
- Experience in Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), tolerance analysis techniques, functional dimensioning, and geometric tolerancing.
- Strong proficiency in 3D CAD software and engineering drawing preparation.
- Good understanding of engineering materials, tolerances, fits, various manufacturing methods, and mechanical interfaces.
- Ability to interpret engineering requirements and convert them into practical mechanical designs.
- Experience working through the product development cycle from concept, prototyping, and testing through to production.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in consumer product designs or medical space devices.
- Experience in understanding electromechanical systems including sensor integration.
- Practical knowledge of multiple manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, injection molding, die casting, 3D printing, or other relevant processes.
- Familiarity with thermal engineering principles.
- Familiarity with FEA tools for structural or dynamic analysis.
- Familiarity with engineering standards and quality management systems ISO 9001/ 13485.
- Flat hierarchies, direct communication, and a backbone of integrity, courage, responsibility.
- A fast-moving environment where momentum is not lost in approval loops.
- Collaborate with colleagues and customers across countries, industries, and perspectives.
- A workplace shaped by technology, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
- Challenges with scale, depth, and enough complexity to keep you learning.
- Previous experience in electronics manufacturing, testing, or repair environments.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- At least 5 years of relevant industry experience in product design
- Experience with DFM, DFA, tolerance analysis, functional dimensioning, and geometric tolerancing
- Strong proficiency in 3D CAD software and engineering drawing preparation
- Understanding of engineering materials, tolerances, fits, manufacturing methods, and mechanical interfaces
- Ability to translate engineering requirements into practical mechanical designs
- Experience across the product development cycle from concept and prototyping through testing and production
- Experience with consumer product designs or medical devices
- Experience with electromechanical systems and sensor integration
- Knowledge of CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, injection molding, die casting, 3D printing, or related processes
- Familiarity with thermal engineering principles
- Familiarity with FEA tools for structural or dynamic analysis
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 or ISO 13485 and engineering standards
- Previous experience in electronics manufacturing, testing, or repair environments
Variosystems AG Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible hours or student-friendly scheduling is highlighted in certain departments, and some locations offer accommodating schedules and internship opportunities.
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Retirement Support — 401(k) retirement plans are included for U.S.-based roles, indicating baseline retirement support is available.
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Healthcare Strength — Health insurance is part of the standard benefits package, suggesting core medical coverage is provided.
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What We Do
Variosystems AG is a global electronics service partner headquartered in Switzerland, specializing in the development, industrialization, production, and life-cycle management of high-quality electronics solutions. As a full-service provider, it supports innovators in demanding sectors including aerospace, defense, medical technology, industrial applications, and mobility, ensuring resilient supply chains through a globally integrated network of production sites across Europe, North America, and Asia.
