Senior Project Engineer - Research Development & Coordination (Team Lead track) — ETH Zürich
- Location
- Lugano
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- Yesterday
Role overview
Senior Project Engineer
Research Development & Coordination (Team Lead track)
80%-100%, Lugano, permanent print Drucken
- Senior Project Engineer
- Research Development & Coordination (Team Lead track)
Application process
- Our research group focuses on the development of AI algorithms for industrial applications.
- The main scope of our activities is the optimization and automation of workflows and production systems.
- Within this field, we are continuously developing and adopting various algorithms for multiple applications such as automating quality control, detecting process deviations and finally predicting the resulting product quality of the production systems.
- We are working in a fast moving and dynamic environment, where we are looking for a solution oriented and highly motivated curious mind, who pairs technical depth with a can-do attitude to identify and resolve problems of real industrial relevance.
- This is a highly project-oriented position at the interface between applied research and industrial implementation.
- The role combines hands-on technical delivery with the gradual build-up of project acquisition and coordination.
- You will own initiatives end to end, from spotting an opportunity and shaping the consortium to winning the funding and delivering the technical work, within multi-year industrial and publicly funded programmes. Job description
- Deliver technical project work in AI, automation and predictive quality for industrial applications A PhD in engineering with a focus on industrial applications A proven track record in AI and strong proficiency in Python
Contacts
- Research Development & Coordination” to our HR department ( [email protected] ).
- For technical questions, please contact Daniel Knüttel, Head of Intelligent Production Systems ( [email protected] ).
Company and context
- Coordinate industry and grant projects, both technically and organizationally
- Acquire new projects and develop the pipeline of project ideas from concept to launch
- Design, execute and coordinate pre-studies and feasibility work
- Prepare industry offers and grant proposals (e.g. Innosuisse, Eurostars)
- Build collaboration opportunities with other research groups and partners
- Provide organizational support to the group head Profile
Additional details
- 80%-100%, Lugano, permanent
- As a strategic partner of ETH Zurich, our mission is to transfer knowledge and technology from academic research into the Swiss mechanical, electrical, and metal industries. Project background
- You will own initiatives end to end, from spotting an opportunity and shaping the consortium to winning the funding and delivering the technical work, within multi-year industrial and publicly funded programmes.
- Deliver technical project work in AI, automation and predictive quality for industrial applications
- Prepare industry offers and grant proposals (e.g. Innosuisse, Eurostars)
- Provide organizational support to the group head A PhD in engineering with a focus on industrial applications A proven track record in AI and strong proficiency in Python
- Strong intrinsic motivation to continuously learn and develop new skills A highly structured, well-organized, and solution-oriented approach
- CH/EU/EFTA citizenship or a valid Swiss work permit
- Exciting topics and projects spanning academia and industry A flexible working culture with a self-organized job execution
- Guidance and internal training from experienced professionals to support your growth
Notes and original content
- As a strategic partner of ETH Zurich, our mission is to transfer knowledge and technology from academic research into the Swiss mechanical, electrical, and metal industries.
- Project background
- Job description
- Prepare industry offers and grant proposals (e.g.
- Innosuisse, Eurostars)
- Provide organizational support to the group head
- A PhD in engineering with a focus on industrial applications
- A proven track record in AI and strong proficiency in Python
- Strong intrinsic motivation to continuously learn and develop new skills
- A highly structured, well-organized, and solution-oriented approach
Questions about this listing
What salary does ETH Zürich offer for this role?
ETH Zürich lists CHF 68'000 - 103'000 gross per year for this position in Lugano. 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 ETH Zürich offer?
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Do I need the G permit to apply for this role in Ticino as an Italian cross-border worker?
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