SWARCO

Mechanical Engineer

• Design and optimize optical components (refractive and reflective) using advanced Ray Tracing software.
• Develop high-precision Fresnel lenses for traffic signals, prioritizing light extraction efficiency and beam shaping.
• Conduct photometric simulations to analyze light ray distribution and intensity patterns.
• Lead laboratory testing using advanced optical instruments to validate prototypes against theoretical models.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers to ensure optical designs are compatible with injection molding and housing constraints.
• Occasional travel to Tijuana Mexico (approximately 10%).

Optical Design Engineer

Procurement

• Primary technical point of contact for a small, high-performing purchasing team across multiple international locations
• Develop and implement long-term, globally oriented purchasing strategies to optimize costs and resources
• Develop and implement effective material group (category) strategies
• Optimize the global supply chain with a particular focus on alternative raw materials and new sourcing channels
• Build a high-performing supplier network with a focus on the Asian market, including on-site supplier meetings
• Actively shape and maintain a strong internal and external network

RMS Strategic Buyer

Backend Engineer

• Market and business development for the Europe region
• Identification, evaluation and development of new market segments for glass beads (microbeads) for advanced applications
• Analysis of market trends, technologies and competitive landscapes in paints & coatings, plastics, additive manufacturing & 3D printing, and building materials
• Development of go-to-market strategies and support for product launches
• Building a robust sales funnel and increasing market presence
• Acquisition of new industrial customers as well as management and expansion of existing key accounts
• Advising customers on product benefits, specifications, material selection and application engineering
• Conducting technical presentations, training sessions and product demonstrations
• Supporting customers during qualification and testing processes
• Developing customer-specific solutions in collaboration with R&D, application engineering and production
• Coordinating internal resources, ensuring feasibility, quality and timelines
• Preparing quotations, pricing strategies and profitability calculations
• Tracking projects from initial contact through to series approval
• Collaboration with universities, testing institutes, OEMs and industry partners
• Initiation of joint development projects (e.g. functionalized glass beads, new filler applications, surface modifications)
• Responsibility for revenue growth, margins and achieving strategic targets within the area of responsibility
• Preparation of annual business plans and forecasts
• Establishment and management of international sales partners and distributor networks

Optical Design Engineer

RMS Strategic Buyer

Business Development Manager, Industrial Glass Beads