Project Manager Primary Engineering

Advertised by Try&Hire on behalf of a client · Reference TAH-C7ULA

Discipline
Electrical engineer
Region
Zurich, Zürich (ZH)
Client
Power transmission equipment
Advertised on
16.10.2026

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You manage the end-to-end execution of gas-insulated switchgear projects, covering technical design, procurement and stakeholder coordination.

Your tasks

  • Develop and manage technical project plans aligned with customer requirements and regulations
  • Prepare and review engineering documents such as specifications, drawings and material lists
  • Act as the primary technical contact for customers, engineering teams, suppliers and subcontractors
  • Define material requirements and oversee procurement and configuration for fabrication
  • Track project costs and timelines and implement corrective actions
  • Identify and resolve technical issues and drive continuous improvement
  • Provide on-site support during installation, testing and commissioning

What you bring

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, or related field
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in project engineering, ideally in gas-insulated switchgear or high-voltage equipment
  • Proficiency in CAD software for design and engineering documentation
  • Experience with SAP, Microsoft Office and scheduling tools
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to coordinate across R&D, production, procurement and quality teams
  • Fluent in English; knowledge of German is a plus

Conditions

  • Workload: 80–100 %
  • Work model: On site
  • Option of a permanent position after the assignment if both sides want it

What to expect

  • 80-100% workload
  • 3-6 months interim, then a permanent position

Technologies

  • CAD
  • Creo
  • AutoCAD
  • SAP
  • Microsoft Office

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