- Location
- Saint-Imier Bern Switzerland
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
About Patek Philippe
Patek Philippe S.A. Genève is a prestigious name in the world of luxury timepieces and jewelry, renowned for its commitment to excellence and tradition. As part of the esteemed Swiss watchmaking industry, Patek Philippe is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and customer service, reflecting the values of its parent company.
Patek Philippe seeks an Industrialization Engineer to independently lead product industrialization projects, coordinate technical stakeholders, and support continuous improvement. The role defines production resources and processes, standardizes production documentation, manages transfer to routine production, and coordinates manufacturing orders.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead product industrialization projects autonomously.
- Organize and lead technical meetings among Methods, Production, and Quality as needed.
- Contribute actively to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Define the resources and methods required to launch product production.
- Contribute to defining production processes and conducting feasibility studies.
- Prepare production documentation and ensure its standardization.
- Manage industrialization from product design through transfer to routine production.
- Coordinate the progress of manufacturing orders during the production phase.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or microtechnology.
- At least 7 years of experience in a similar role.
- Experience in watchmaking or high-end dial manufacturing.
- Very good command of office software, particularly MS Office and Excel.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and diplomacy.
- Team spirit and ability to collaborate across functions.
- Analytical and synthesis skills; critical and methodical approach.
- Ability to make proposals, negotiate, and persuade.
Skills
Experience
At least 7 years in a similar role, with experience in watchmaking or high-end dial manufacturing.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or microtechnology.
Workplace
This position is based in Saint-Imier, Bern, Switzerland, within easy reach of Biel/Bienne.
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Culture
Patek Philippe fosters a culture of excellence, tradition, and innovation. The company values its heritage while encouraging continuous learning and collaboration among its team members.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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