The posting
- 30 October 2026
- 80 - 100%
- Permanent position
- Schmitten
Widap AG is a leading provider of custom power resistors and test benches. Join us for an innovative work environment with great benefits.
Tasks ##
- Lead projects in developing custom solutions for rail technology.
- Conduct tests and document feasibility evaluations independently.
- Create technical specs and attend client meetings to gather requirements.
Skills ##
- Electrotechnical background with at least 5 years in project management.
- Fluent in German; proficient in English communication skills.
- Enjoy working in small teams and possess a proactive mindset.
Widap AG is one of the leading providers of customised power resistors and load banks. Our particular strength lies in engineering and developing innovative solutions in the fields of resistor and rail technology, power quality, and energy management.
In the areas of power resistors and rail technology, we develop individual solutions for renowned international customers from industry and the rail sector - including resistor combinations, braking resistors, and heating systems for rail vehicles.
As an internationally active SME headquartered in Switzerland with branches in Germany and Italy, we employ around 100 staff. We offer an innovative, varied working environment where you can actively contribute and directly experience the success of your work.
Project Engineer Rail Technology (m/f/d) 80 - 100% ##
Workplace: 3185 Schmitten From: Immediately or by arrangement
Tasks ###
- You lead projects to develop customised solutions in the field of rail technology and industry, such as rail heating, load banks, and other resistor applications. You are involved in all project phases from the idea to series production.
- Depending on the scope, you work in a team or independently on the projects for which you are responsible.
- You independently conduct test series and feasibility studies and document them.
- You prepare technical specifications, requirements and functional specifications, data sheets, operating instructions, taking into account customer requirements, applicable standards, and guidelines.
- You gather requirements on site at the customer and lead technical meetings.
- You perform fault analyses and develop pragmatic solutions.
- You support the technical sales department with complex technical issues (3rd-level support).
Requirements Profile ###
- You preferably have a basic electrical engineering education with further training as an electrical engineer FH or alternatively a mechanical engineering FH with many years of experience in electrical engineering or electromechanics.
- You have at least 5 years of professional experience as a project manager.
- You speak fluent German and can communicate well in English both orally and in writing.
- You enjoy working in small teams in an SME.
- You are creative and enjoy exploring new paths.
- You have a can-do attitude and want to make a difference.
We Offer ###
- A varied and challenging role.
- An open, friendly, and family-like working atmosphere in a young and motivated team.
- An innovative, future-oriented, owner-managed company with attractive employment conditions.
- A central location with excellent public transport connections and free parking.
- Opportunities for further training.
Do you feel addressed? We look forward to receiving your complete application documents, which you can send to us online at http://www.widap.ch/karriere or [email protected].



