- Location
- Le Locle Neuchâtel Switzerland
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
About Audemars Piguet
The brand is a prestigious entity within the luxury fashion sector, renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship and innovative designs. As part of a leading global luxury group, it offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic and sophisticated environment.
The Milling Programmer and Setter, Rapid Prototyping joins Audemars Piguet’s rapid prototyping team to manufacture movement and case components, program and monitor 3- and 5-axis machining centres, and ensure part quality. The role also supports equipment evaluation, machining-process development and transfer, and continuous improvement; it is full-time.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manufacture movement and case components for rapid prototypes.
- Program, set up, and monitor production on 3- and 5-axis machining centres, including Willemin-Macodel 508MT and Chiron Micro5 machines.
- Ensure the dimensional and aesthetic quality of produced parts and inspect own work.
- Contribute to the evaluation of new industrial equipment and the development of new machining strategies.
- Develop new machining processes for specific materials and transfer protocols and best practices to industrial teams.
- Actively contribute to the continuous improvement of manufacturing methods and processes.
Qualifications
- Hold a CFC qualification in micromechanics or equivalent training, with at least 5 years of experience machining watch movement components.
- Knowledge of watch case and exterior components is an advantage.
- Be comfortable with IT tools and proficient in programming with Alphacam.
- Be proficient in watchmaking industry inspection tools, including Videocad, gauges, dial indicators, and other measuring equipment.
- Be organised, autonomous, rigorous, analytical, adaptable, and highly responsible.
- Take initiative in continuous improvement and enjoy tackling new technical challenges and developing new processes.
- Have strong interpersonal skills and be willing to share knowledge and experience to help develop team capabilities.
Skills
Experience
At least 5 years of experience machining watch movement components.
Education
CFC qualification in micromechanics or equivalent training.
Workplace
The role is situated in Le Locle, Neuchâtel, Switzerland.
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Benefits
Health insurance (basic and supplementary); 5 weeks of annual leave plus 2 additional weeks between Christmas and New Year through the accumulation of additional daily minutes; contributions towards sports or cultural activities; the possibility of working remotely from several sites (GE/VD/NE); and a LPP pension plan with advantageous rates.
Culture
The brand fosters a culture of excellence and innovation, where creativity and individual contributions are highly valued. Employees are encouraged to pursue personal growth and are supported in their professional development within a collaborative and inclusive environment.
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