New Product Introduction Engineer
Rolex in Geneva seeks a New Product Introduction Engineer to coordinate technical ramp‑up of new products into production.
Overview
Rolex is a preeminent Swiss watchmaker renowned for technical excellence, artisanal craftsmanship and rigorous quality standards. As an integrated manufacturer with major Swiss sites, the brand emphasizes precision engineering, long‑term investment in production capabilities and a disciplined, confidential workplace culture.
Role & Responsibilities
- Act as the technical referent and coordinate the transfer of new products into production according to the production plan.
- Define and validate the manufacturing range, required tooling and production documentation to ensure readiness for series production.
- Validate series launch (production start‑up) in collaboration with the project team and perform post‑launch exploitation reviews.
- Participate in project risk analyses and escalate critical issues to management with clear reporting.
- Coordinate between project owners, production technicians and scheduling to guarantee alignment of priorities and resources.
- Represent the machining/plaque sector in cross‑functional new‑product governance bodies and animate sector project meetings.
- Implement and monitor rigorous follow‑up of qualification manufacturing orders in the workshop.
Qualifications
- Degree in Microtechnology, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- Proven industrial experience in precision manufacturing or watchmaking; experience with new product introduction preferred.
- Strong team orientation with excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Analytical and synthetic reasoning; ability to take a step back on complex projects and flows.
- Proactive, adaptable and responsive to evolving project requirements; effective under pressure and able to prioritise.
Skills
Experience
Industrial experience in precision manufacturing or the watchmaking sector is required; demonstrated involvement in NPI or industrialization projects and production launch phases.
Education
Engineering degree in Microtechnology, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
Benefits
Excellent working conditions; first‑rate social benefits.
Culture
The workplace culture prioritizes technical excellence, discretion and meticulous attention to quality consistent with haute horlogerie traditions. Cross‑disciplinary collaboration and long‑term investment in manufacturing capabilities are central, with teams expected to combine artisanal respect for detail and industrial rigor.