Robotics Expert ITOT

About the role

The Site Robotics Expert leads the robotics transformation of the manufacturing site in Muttenz, Switzerland, driving the development, implementation, scaling and lifecycle management of robotics solutions across manufacturing, laboratories, warehousing and material handling. The role bridges emerging robotics technologies with site needs, moving solutions from market scan to shop floor, and works closely with the vendor and innovation ecosystem. Hybrid working is offered, with three days per week in the office.

Key responsibilities

• Own the site robotics technology strategy and keep it refreshed against market, vendor and emerging-technology developments.
• Evaluate shared Work Centre standards and strategy, harmonising requirements across platforms and aligning global ways of working.
• Own the User Requirement Specifications (URSs) and the technology and robotics roadmap for shared Work Centers.
• Translate scouted technology into standardized, site-ready deployment packages.
• Maintain the Robotics Catalogue for shared Work Centers, keeping availability, readiness, ownership and technical details current.
• Lead technology and market scouting, with focus on computer vision, automated inspection and physical AI.
• Evaluate vendor capability and performance and partner with Procurement on the selection and management of approved vendors.
• Pilot and adopt technologies, feed site feedback into the roadmap, and report regularly to the Robotics Steering Committee.
• Ensure compliance with GMP regulations and security protocols, and coordinate support and procurement with vendors and partners.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 5+ years of demonstrated experience in robotics, with hands-on implementation and deployment of industrial robotics solutions.
• Proven track record of evaluating, selecting and deploying robotics or automation technologies from concept to shop floor.
• Experience leading robotics or automation projects from concept through implementation and operational support.
• Fluent English (spoken and written).
• Knowledge of GMP requirements, data integrity (ALCOA+) and validation principles in regulated manufacturing.

Required skills

• Defining technical standards, URSs and vendor evaluation criteria.
• Stakeholder management and influencing, with global and local business partners.
• Understanding of industrial operations, safety, maintenance and continuous improvement.
• Exposure to AI-enabled robotics.

What we offer

• Base salary range of CHF 88,200 to CHF 163,800, with a possible performance-based bonus.
• Flexible and hybrid working options where possible.
• Insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs.
• Minimum 14 weeks of paid parental leave.