International Mechanical & Digital Engineer CH

International Mechanical & Digital Engineer - Bern (CH)

Job Location:

Bern, Switzerland

Contract Type:
Permanent

Full-time, Hybrid. Occasional travel.

Requisition

VSL is an international construction company operating in the field of technical specialization and is part of the Bouygues Construction Group. With around 4,000 employees at 25 locations worldwide, VSL specializes in:

• Constructive systems and technologies (prestressed concrete technology)
• Civil and underground construction (bridges, infrastructure, tunnels)
• Foundation and foundation engineering
• Installation, securing and stabilization of structures

In Switzerland, VSL is represented with its headquarters in Bern as well as production facilities in Subingen (German-speaking Switzerland) and Bex (French-speaking Switzerland). The team of approximately 110 employees manages national and international projects – from technical planning to on‑site execution.

Our team in the VSL Technologies Business Line supports VSL’s profit centers with cutting‑edge technology solutions. Our portfolio includes structural bearings, ground anchors, post‑tensioning systems, stay direction cable systems, and all related equipment. From research and development to the final handover, our multidisciplinary team covers the entire product lifecycle while focusing on reducing the carbon footprint in the infrastructure sector.

We are dedicated to advancing innovative engineering and high‑quality execution to preserve the built environment. Our diverse engineering teams blend civil, structural, mechanical, and data science skills in a collaborative, gender‑diverse setting. This is a position with a workload of 80–100% and is available immediately.

As an International Mechanical & Digital Engineer based in Bern, you will be part of the VSL Technology team and contribute to the development of innovative structural health monitoring tools and digital solutions. You will work at the interface of mechanical engineering and digital technology, supporting both product development and real‑world site applications.

• Contribute to the development of a permanent structural health monitoring tool
• Enhance user interfaces with innovative new features
• Collaborate with team members to develop and implement project‑related solutions

• Test and validate cutting‑edge products
• Prepare comprehensive documentation for usage, qualification, and manufacturing procedures
• Ensure quality standards are met throughout the development and testing cycle

• Write detailed reports and present project findings
• Work closely with the VTBL Team, TC Team, BDM and PCM
• Support potential international travel and on‑site project activities

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, or a related field
• Intermediate level (3–5 years); hands‑on experience with Python and/or C/C++ required
• Python development and coding; data management and analysis; project management support; familiarity with sensors, controllers and equipment prototyping; CAD knowledge (Solid Works or Inventor) advantageous;
  Java a plus

• English: C1 proficient (mandatory) – English is the internal working language at VSL
• German & French: advantageous

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Open‑minded and proactive attitude
• Good documentation and reporting skills

• 25 days of annual leave, plus 6 additional compensatory days earned through weekly overtime, enabling company closure between Christmas and New Year, plus one additional bridge day determined by the VSL Switzerland management team
• Attractive benefits throughout your career
• Hybrid working model with up to 2 days of remote work (Tuesday is mandatory in‑office)
• Company contribution towards transportation costs in line with our mobility policy

• Challenging work experience in a multicultural and dynamic environment
• Opportunity to work on both collaborative and independent projects and test outcomes in real site conditions
• Part of an internationally active company VSL, a member of Bouygues Construction

Interested? Apply now and let's shape the future of structural engineering together!

We look forward to your complete application (CV, work references and diplomas; motivation letter optional).