Head of Prototype Construction / Validation 100%

The Group...

... is a globally leading manufacturer of special vehicles. The Group is headquartered in Switzerland, employs around 6,000 people, and achieved a net sales of approximately 1.9 billion US dollars in 2025. The company operates in 17 countries with its own sales and service organizations and has over 70 locations worldwide, including over a dozen production facilities and a comprehensive network of body and conversion builders as well as service centers. The Group's core business includes vehicles and equipment for snow removal and de-icing, sweepers, chassis, commercial vehicles, and bodies for a wide range of commercial fleets and application areas. Furthermore, the Group produces vehicles and equipment for municipal services and airport operations, as well as for managing steep and demanding terrain. The broad portfolio is divided into eleven established product brands.

Head of Prototype Construction / Validation 100%

The Group is seeking a

Responsible person for Prototype Construction / Validation

for the Research & Development department at the location CH-3401 Burgdorf.

Your Tasks:

• You are responsible for planning, conducting, and documenting tests and validations according to the specifications – in close collaboration with development.
• You take operational responsibility for the homologation of machines and vehicles.

• Analyze results and measurement data in collaboration with project managers.
• You are responsible for creating test documents for vehicle approval.
• Coordinate tests with the technical service.
• Create and manage risk analyses.
• Observe costs, deadlines, and quality within the scope of the assigned tasks.

Your Background:

• You have a technical vocational training with additional completed further training as a technician or preferably an engineer.

• You have experience in vehicle construction/mechanical engineering with a focus on hydraulics/electronics.
• You have an interest in legislation and regulations.
• You are proficient in written and spoken German and English; any other language is an advantage.
• Your team, communication, and organizational skills distinguish you.
• You are a reliable and independent personality with a structured and goal-oriented way of working.

You can expect the following from us:

• Thorough and structured onboarding.
• Varied activity with high personal responsibility.
• Collegial, team-oriented, and appreciative work atmosphere.
• Long-term perspective with training and development opportunities.

The Group...

... is a globally leading manufacturer of special vehicles. The Group is headquartered in Switzerland, employs around 6,000 people, and achieved a net sales of approximately 1.9 billion US dollars in 2025. The company operates in 17 countries with its own sales and service organizations and has over 70 locations worldwide, including over a dozen production facilities and a comprehensive network of body and conversion builders as well as service centers. The Group's core business includes vehicles and equipment for snow removal and de-icing, sweepers, chassis, commercial vehicles, and bodies for a wide range of commercial fleets and application areas. Furthermore, the Group produces vehicles and equipment for municipal services and airport operations, as well as for managing steep and demanding terrain. The broad portfolio is divided into eleven established product brands.

Are you interested in becoming part of our family?

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• & Co. AG Maschinenfabrik
  Buchmattstrasse 56
  3400 Burgdorf