Movement Builder (M/F) — Montblanc
- Location
- Villeret
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 102 days ago
Role overview
Reference code: JR130111 Since MONTBLANC revolutionized writing culture in 1906 with the first spill-proof fountain pen, we have been known for outstanding craftmanship, highest aesthetics, and innovative solutions.
And we keep pushing the boundaries.
We combine the best of tradition, technology and design in writing instruments, watches, leather goods, new technologies and selected accessories.
- Reference code: JR130111 Since MONTBLANC revolutionized writing culture in 1906 with the first spill-proof fountain pen, we have been known for outstanding craftmanship, highest aesthetics, and innovative solutions.
- And we keep pushing the boundaries.
- Key Responsibilities: 1. Design and Development:
- Design and develop mechanical clock movements using 2D CAD and 3D software PTC Creo and Tellwatch
- Required
- Training: Diploma of engineer in microtechnics orientation watchmaking or title deemed equivalent
Main responsibilities
- Key Responsibilities: 1. Design and Development:
- Design and develop mechanical clock movements using 2D CAD and 3D software PTC Creo and Tellwatch
- Conduct technical feasibility studies and functional analyses of new movements or changes in existing movements.
- Define the mechanical architectures, kinematics and dimensional tolerances of components.
- Integrate aesthetic, technical, cost and production constraints from the design phase 2.
- Collaboration with industrialisation and Prototyping:
- Establish complete technical records (manufacture plans, nomenclatures, technical specifications) for prototyping and production.
- Collaborate with the prototyping workshop and the project manager for the realization of the first parts and assembly of the movements.
- Participate in testing and validation phases of prototypes, analyze results and propose improvements.
- Technical monitoring during the industrialization and mass production phase. 3. Optimization and Continuous Improvement:
Key requirements
- Required
- Training: Diploma of engineer in microtechnics orientation watchmaking or title deemed equivalent
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of significant experience in designing and developing complex watch movements, ideally within a high watchmaking factory. Competences Technical:
- In-depth mastery of watch mechanics and complications. Software Expertise PTC Creo and Windchill
- Knowledge of watchmaking materials and manufacturing processes (machining, cutting, surface processing, etc.).
- Ability to read and interpret complex technical plans.
- Knowledge of watch industry standards and standards.
- Languages: Mastery of French Personal qualities:
- Rigor, precision and attention to detail.
- Creativity and innovation.
- Ability to analyze and solve complex problems.
- Autonomy and proactivity.
Additional details
- In doing so, we are at the forefront of technology and design, drawing on the passion of more than 3,000 employees and living a culture that
- Key Responsibilities: 1. Design and Development:
- Technical monitoring during the industrialization and mass production phase. 3. Optimization and Continuous Improvement:
- Optimize manufacturing costs without compromising quality. 4. Collaboration and Communication: Qualifications Required:
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of significant experience in designing and developing complex watch movements, ideally within a high watchmaking factory. Competences Technical:
- In-depth mastery of watch mechanics and complications. Software Expertise PTC Creo and Windchill
- Passion for watchmaking and precision mechanics.
Notes and original content
- like our products
- Key Responsibilities: 1.
- Design and Development:
- Technical monitoring during the industrialization and mass production phase. 3.
- Optimization and Continuous Improvement:
- Optimize manufacturing costs without compromising quality. 4.
- Collaboration and Communication:
- Qualifications Required:
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of significant experience in designing and developing complex watch movements, ideally within a high watchmaking factory.
- Competences Technical:
Questions about this listing
What salary does Montblanc offer for this role?
Montblanc lists CHF 68'500 - 104'000 gross per year for this position in Villeret. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Montblanc offer?
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