Senior Mechanical Engineer (M/F)

Role summary

Senior Mechanical Engineer (M/F) is a full-time role at Enova Consulting in Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland (hybrid). Posted 2026-08-28. Experience level: 5-10.

Job title

Senior Mechanical Engineer (M/F)

Company

Enova Consulting

Location

Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland

Work arrangement

hybrid

Employment type

full-time

Category

Trades & Construction

Experience level

5-10

Date posted

2026-08-28

Job description

<p>📜 Context</p>

<p>As part of the development of advanced communication products designed for demanding aerospace environments, our client is strengthening its Product Development team in Lausanne.</p>

<p>We are looking for a <strong>Senior Mechanical Engineer (M/F)</strong> to contribute to the design and development of highly integrated mechanical systems, working at the intersection of mechanical engineering, electronics, thermal management and system integration.</p>

<p>You will be involved throughout the product development lifecycle, from concept development and architecture definition through design, validation and manufacturing.</p>

<p>📌 Your role</p>

<p>As a <strong>Senior Mechanical Engineer</strong>, you will be responsible for the design and development of complex mechanical solutions meeting demanding requirements in terms of performance, reliability, size, weight and environmental conditions.</p>

<p>You will contribute to system-level architecture and technical trade-offs while working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams.</p>

<p>You will play a key role in transforming early-stage concepts into validated and manufacturable products.</p>

<h2 id="tasks">Tasks</h2>

<p>🎯 Responsibilities</p>

<p><strong>🔹 Mechanical Design &amp; Architecture</strong></p>

<ul>

<li>Drive requirements, architecture definition and technical trade-offs.</li>

<li>Design and develop highly integrated mechanical assemblies and components.</li>

<li>Develop and rapidly evaluate concepts during early project phases.</li>

<li>Create parametric CAD designs for complex mechanical systems.</li>

</ul>

<p><strong>🔹 Thermal Management &amp; Simulation</strong></p>

<ul>

<li>Perform thermal simulations and contribute to thermal management strategies.</li>

<li>Develop electronic cooling solutions adapted to demanding operating environments.</li>

<li>Consider the specific constraints associated with aerospace and space applications.</li>

</ul>

<p><strong>🔹 System Integration</strong></p>

<ul>

<li>Work closely with Systems, Hardware, RF, Optical, Manufacturing and Test Engineering teams.</li>

<li>Contribute to the integration of mechanical, electrical, RF and optical subsystems.</li>

<li>Participate in system-level architecture decisions and technical trade-offs.</li>

</ul>

<p><strong>🔹 Prototyping, Integration &amp; Testing</strong></p>

<ul>

<li>Take a hands-on approach to prototyping, assembly and integration.</li>

<li>Participate in product testing and validation activities.</li>

<li>Support the transition from engineering concepts to production-ready solutions.</li>

</ul>

<p><strong>🔹 Manufacturing &amp; Suppliers</strong></p>

<ul>

<li>Apply Design-for-Manufacturing principles throughout the development process.</li>

<li>Work with external suppliers, manufacturing partners and test facilities.</li>

<li>Ensure successful product realization and manufacturing feasibility.</li>

</ul>

<p><strong>🔹 Technical Documentation</strong></p>

<ul>

<li>Document technical solutions, analyses and test findings.</li>

<li>Prepare clear and concise technical reports.</li>

<li>Communicate engineering recommendations effectively in an international environment.</li>

</ul>

<h2 id="requirements">Requirements</h2>

<p>💼 Your profile</p>

<ul>

<li>Master's degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.</li>

<li>Significant experience in mechanical product development and design.</li>

<li>Strong expertise in parametric CAD design.</li>

<li>Solid experience in thermal simulations and thermal management of electronic systems.</li>

<li>Experience with system-level architectures involving mechanical, electrical, RF and/or optical disciplines.</li>

<li>Experience developing products for harsh operating environments.</li>

<li>Experience in <strong>aerospace, space or satellite applications</strong> is a strong advantage.</li>

<li>Hands-on experience with prototyping, assembly, integration and testing.</li>

<li>Good understanding of manufacturing processes and Design-for-Manufacturing principles.</li>

<li>Experience with tools such as <strong>SolidWorks, Ansys Mechanical, Discovery, Icepak and/or Mathcad</strong>.</li>

<li>Strong technical documentation and communication skills.</li>

<li>Fluent in English, both written and spoken.</li>

<li>Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary and international environment.</li>

</ul>

<h2 id="benefits">Benefits</h2>

<p><strong>🏆 Position conditions</strong></p>

<ul>

<li>📍 <strong>Location:</strong> Lausanne, Switzerland</li>

<li>🕒 <strong>Employment rate:</strong> 100%</li>

<li>💰 <strong>Salary:</strong> CHF 100,000 – 140,000 gross/year, depending on profile and experience</li>

<li>🏢 <strong>On-site presence:</strong> Minimum 3 days per week</li>

</ul>

<p><strong>💥 Recruitment process</strong></p>

<p>The ENOVA recruitment process generally consists of several steps:</p>

<ul>

<li>An initial video interview (Teams) to discuss your background and introduce ENOVA.</li>

<li>A second interview with an ENOVA manager.</li>

<li>An interview with the client's technical teams.</li>

<li>A final discussion to formalize the collaboration.</li>

</ul>