ICT Apprenticeship Coordinator & Project Engineer

Location GrenchenSolothurnSwitzerland
Type Full-Time
Seniority Manager
Posted Mar 17, 2026
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ETA SA (Swatch Group) in Grenchen seeks an ICT Apprenticeship Coordinator & Project Engineer (on‑site) to lead ICT vocational training and support digital projects.

Overview

ETA SA Manufacture Horlogère Suisse is a Swiss watchmaking manufacturer and a member of the Swatch Group. The company is recognised for precision manufacturing of Swiss‑made watches, movements and components and combines traditional craftsmanship with industrial expertise. As part of the Swatch Group, ETA operates within a network of prestigious brands and specialised production entities committed to innovation and operational excellence.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Own and manage the company’s vocational training programme for ICT apprentices: design training plans, coordinate with vocational schools and authorities, supervise practical training and assess apprentices’ progress.
  • Coach, mentor and evaluate apprentices and trainees, fostering technical competence and professional development within a structured Swiss VET framework.
  • Develop and deliver technical and soft‑skills workshops, on‑the‑job assignments and assessment criteria aligned with business needs.
  • Act as Project Engineer for digital initiatives (approx. 30%): translate business requirements into project plans, drive implementation of programmes such as digital manufacturing, IT Service Management and security-related improvements.
  • Coordinate cross‑functional stakeholders, internal IT, production teams and external vendors to ensure timely delivery and quality assurance of projects.
  • Maintain technical and training documentation, report project and apprenticeship KPIs to management, and propose continuous improvements to processes and curricula.
  • Promote a digital mindset across operations and support the roll‑out of transformation initiatives in collaboration with business partners.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a vocational trainer, apprenticeship supervisor or Berufsverantwortliche/r for ICT professions, preferably within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
  • Technical background in ICT, electronics or engineering (diploma, technician degree or equivalent).
  • Practical project management experience; formal project management certification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP, Agile) is an advantage.
  • Strong pedagogical and coaching competence with the ability to assess technical skills and behavioural competencies.
  • Excellent organisational skills and a methodical approach to managing concurrent training and project responsibilities.

Skills

Apprenticeship programme coordination Curriculum and training plan design Practical mentoring and trainee assessment Project planning and execution Stakeholder management and vendor coordination Process digitisation and implementation IT Service Management (ITSM) knowledge Information security awareness Technical documentation and reporting

Experience

Several years of hands‑on experience in ICT or technical roles, including demonstrable experience supervising apprentices or trainees and proven involvement in IT or digital transformation projects.

Education

Vocational or tertiary qualification in ICT, electronics, engineering or a related discipline; further credential in vocational training/adult education or a recognised trainer qualification is desirable.

Culture

ETA combines Swiss watchmaking heritage with industrial-scale production and is part of the Swatch Group’s ecosystem of specialised brands. The organisation values precision, technical mastery and continuous improvement while fostering a collaborative, multicultural workplace focused on digital transformation and innovation.