Mechanical Engineer

Ref 2579794 | Date: 18 Sept 2026

APCO Technologies

Mechanical Engineer (M/F)

Field of activity: Space Division, Ground Means and Launchers, mechanical-welded structures, complex machines

What you develop:

Within our design office dedicated to Ground Means and Launchers, you will take charge of various mechanical projects, from the definition of needs to the commissioning of equipment.

• Design and develop innovative mechanical solutions meeting the needs and specifications of our clients, in close collaboration with the different professions involved.
• Analyze the context and requirements, define architectures, and perform the pre-dimensioning calculations necessary to justify technical choices.
• Take charge of detailed design, constructive and normative aspects, as well as the establishment of manufacturing files.
• Integrate constraints related to manufacturing processes, machining, boilermaking, and welding, seeking the best compromise between performance, robustness, cost, and deadline.
• Write technical documentation and ensure follow-up of implementation with our partners and suppliers.
• Write technical proposals integrated into our commercial offers.
• Actively participate in technical reviews and progress meetings, both internally and with our clients.

What you bring:

• You hold an engineering degree in mechanical, mechatronic, microtechnical, HES/EPF or equivalent (Bac+5).
• You have at least 7 years of experience in the mechanical design of machines, industrial equipment and/or mechanical-welded structures.
• You master the entire development cycle of mechanical equipment, from need analysis to the manufacturing file and implementation follow-up.
• You have excellent knowledge in mechanical design, boilermaking, machining, manufacturing techniques, and welding.
• You have a systems approach and are comfortable with multidisciplinary technical issues as well as with managing interfaces between professions.
• You know how to take a high-level view of a problem while being able to enter into the technical detail when necessary.
• You are capable of analyzing a complex issue, proposing pragmatic solutions, and defending your technical choices.
• You are autonomous, proactive, and solution-oriented, with a good sense of priorities and responsibilities.
• You perfectly master a 3D design software, ideally CATIA V5.
• You master French and English, both spoken and written, and are comfortable exchanging and defending your technical solutions in these two languages.
• Knowledge in hydraulics and pneumatics is an asset.
• You are willing to intervene occasionally at our clients' various sites, in Switzerland and abroad.

What we offer:

• A growing company, new projects and great challenges every day.
• A dynamic and international working environment.
• Entrepreneurial attitude and proposals for improvement are valued.
• A stable family business, long-term strategic development.
• A pleasant working atmosphere and team spirit.
• A modern, professional, bright, and spacious working environment.
• Ideally located between mountains and lake.
• Numerous intra- and inter-company events.

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