Richemont Maintenance Automation Technician

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Seniority Mid-Level
Posted Mar 16, 2026
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Richemont seeks a Maintenance Automation Technician in Villars-sur-Glâne, Switzerland — industrial automation, PLC/HMI maintenance and machine commissioning.

Overview

Richemont is a global luxury goods group composed of leading maisons in jewellery, watches and accessories. As an employer it combines traditional craftsmanship with advanced manufacturing and technical operations, offering technically demanding roles within a discreet, quality-driven corporate culture.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Diagnose, repair and maintain automated production equipment to ensure high availability and product quality.
  • Program, modify and troubleshoot PLCs and HMI systems to optimise machine performance and resolve faults.
  • Conduct preventive maintenance, regular inspections and corrective interventions according to established schedules and KPIs.
  • Commission and validate new machines and automation systems in collaboration with engineering and production teams.
  • Read and update electrical and pneumatic schematics, maintain accurate technical documentation and maintenance logs.
  • Perform root-cause analysis of recurring faults and implement lasting corrective actions.
  • Manage spare parts inventory and liaise with external vendors for specialised repairs.
  • Ensure compliance with electrical and machine-safety regulations and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

  • Diploma or certificate in automation, mechatronics, electrical engineering or equivalent vocational qualification.
  • Practical knowledge of PLC logic, HMI interfaces and industrial control systems.
  • Proven ability to interpret electrical and pneumatic diagrams and perform systematic fault-finding.
  • Familiarity with machine commissioning procedures and preventive maintenance methodologies.
  • Valid electrical safety authorisation or equivalent (where required by local regulation) and strong commitment to workplace safety.

Skills

PLC programming and ladder logic HMI/SCADA configuration and troubleshooting Electrical schematic reading and wiring Pneumatics and hydraulics maintenance Fault-finding and root-cause analysis Machine commissioning and validation Preventive and corrective maintenance Technical documentation and spare-parts management

Experience

Typically 3+ years of hands-on experience in industrial automation and equipment maintenance within a manufacturing environment; experience with high-precision production or watchmaking-related processes is an advantage.

Education

Vocational diploma or technician certificate in automation, mechatronics, electrical engineering or a closely related discipline.

Workplace

This position is based in Villars-sur-Glâne, Fribourg, Switzerland, within easy reach of Fribourg. Cerulean lists 16 open roles in Villars-sur-Glâne, including 3 posted recently. The broader Fribourg area accounts for 21 active listings on Cerulean, 3 of which are new. In Switzerland as a whole, Cerulean currently features 770 open positions, with 25 posted this week.

Culture

Richemont combines artisanal heritage with advanced technical operations; teams are characterised by precision, discretion and cross-disciplinary collaboration. The workplace values craftsmanship, continuous improvement and technical excellence, with an emphasis on quality and regulatory compliance.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.