Gruppenleiter/in Elektro 80% - 100% (a) — Empa
- Location
- Dübendorf
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
- 92 days ago
Full description
Materials science and technology are our passion. With our cutting-edge research, Empa's approximately 1,100 employees make crucial contributions to the well-being of society and to a future worth living. Empa is a research institution in the ETH domain.
Group leader electrical 80% - 100% (a)
The Electrical Group within the Technical Services ensures the safe and reliable operation of a state-of-the-art research infrastructure. Our electrical engineering systems range from classic building technology systems to sophisticated research and special installations. To strengthen our team, we are looking for a committed leader who combines her in-depth electrical expertise with a passion for leadership, training and practical work. The function includes both leadership responsibility and active participation in complex technical systems.
Tasks
- Professional and personnel management of the Electrical Group as well as the promotion and further development of employees and apprentices
- Responsibility for the safe, economical and trouble-free operation of the electrical infrastructure
- Active participation in demanding installation, troubleshooting and maintenance work
- Planning and implementation of maintenance, repair and optimization measures
- Ensuring the availability and operational safety of high and low voltage systems as well as other electrical systems
- Supporting infrastructure and electrical projects and making optimization suggestions
- Responsibility for the training of our apprentice electricians EFZ
- Participation in on-call duty as planned
Requirements
- Training as an EFZ electrician with further training in electrical project management or a comparable qualification
- Vocational trainer course is an advantage
- Several years of professional and management experience in the electrical sector
- Sound knowledge of electrical systems, standards and regulations (NIV, NIN, ESTI, SUVA etc.)
- Experience in the operation and maintenance of medium and low voltage systems
- Enjoy managing employees and training learners
- Structured, solution-oriented and responsible way of working
- Hands-on mentality and enjoyment of being involved in technical work yourself
We offer
With us you can expect a varied leadership role in a unique research environment. You take responsibility for a diverse electrical infrastructure and work daily with dedicated specialists. You will combine leadership tasks with practical technical work and make a direct contribution to the success of research at Empa.
We offer you
- A responsible leadership position with great scope for creativity
- Technical facilities and exciting challenges
- A motivated and collegial team
- Attractive further training and development opportunities
- Progressive working conditions and social benefits of the ETH Domain
- Place of work in Dübendorf
- Start date as of October 1st, 2026 or by arrangement
Contact
“a” stands for “all” in our job advertisements. We live a culture of inclusion and respect. We welcome all people who are interested in innovative, sustainable and meaningful activities - that's all that counts.
We look forward to receiving your complete online application. Please submit this exclusively via our application portal. Applications by email or post will not be considered.
Requirements
Training as EFZ electrician with further education in electrical project management or a comparable qualification
Vocational trainer course is an advantage
Several years of professional and leadership experience in the electrical field
In-depth knowledge of electrotechnical installations, standards, and regulations (NIV, NIN, ESTI, SUVA, etc.)
Experience in operating and maintaining medium- and low-voltage installations
Enjoyment of leading employees and training apprentices
Structured, solution-oriented, and responsible way of working
Hands-on mentality and enjoyment of being technically active yourself
Questions about this listing
What salary does Empa offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Dübendorf is CHF 101'500 - 154'000 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by Empa. The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into 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 Empa offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Empa during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Empa?
Use the "Apply now" button on this page — it links directly to Empa's original listing at apply.refline.ch, so your application goes straight to the employer's own applicant-tracking system. Frontaliere Ticino does not collect or forward applications itself.
