Senior Writing Systems Engineer

Bobst seeks a Senior Writing Systems Engineer to lead the development and optimization of next-generation industrial inkjet printing systems within its R&D team in Switzerland.

This position sits within the R&D division at BSA - Bobst Mex SA, where the successful candidate will serve as the technical owner for writing systems. The role is central to designing, optimizing, and launching digital printing platforms, ensuring they meet high standards for performance, quality, and manufacturability from concept through to product release.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end performance of writing systems integrated into digital printing platforms.
• Lead the architectural design and refinement of industrial inkjet writing systems.
• Establish and validate performance benchmarks for printhead behavior, jetting stability, drop placement, image quality, fluid delivery, thermal management, and production robustness.
• Act as the primary technical authority from initial concept through to final product launch.
• Balance performance, quality, cost, and manufacturability in engineering decisions.
• Convert business requirements into reliable engineering solutions.
• Create physical and empirical models covering fluid dynamics, drop formation, and thermal behavior.
• Plan and conduct advanced experiments using Design of Experiments (DOE) methodologies.
• Analyze experimental data to enhance system reliability and behavior.
• Lead root-cause investigations for complex, multi-disciplinary technical issues.
• Implement corrective actions across hardware, software, and material components.
• Provide technical support for product issues from development phases through field operations.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including software, electronics, mechanics, chemistry, and manufacturing.
• Communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Contribute to product roadmaps and long-term technical strategy.
• Mentor engineers in problem-solving techniques and innovative practices.
• Share knowledge and best practices to foster engineering excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Physics, Electronics, Fluidics, Material Science, Print Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of eight years of experience in industrial inkjet, drop-on-demand (DoD), printing, coating, or fluid deposition technologies.
• Proven hands-on expertise with industrial inkjet writing systems, including printheads, waveform optimization, image quality, fluid behavior, and system integration.
• Experience in system-level design, integration, and optimization of complex industrial systems.
• Background working in industrial production environments with strict reliability and uptime requirements.
• Strong analytical and experimental skills, including DOE, root-cause analysis, modeling, and data-driven engineering.
• Deep understanding of complex physical systems such as fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and system dynamics.
• Experience with experimental setups, data analysis, and modeling tools.
• Proficiency with MATLAB, Python, or similar analytical tools.
• Solid knowledge of inkjet or drop-on-demand systems.
• Strong systems thinking mindset.
• Ability to lead through influence rather than hierarchical authority.
• Excellent communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and solving complex challenges.
• Natural curiosity and a drive for innovation.

About the company

Bobst is a global leader in packaging equipment and services, combining Swiss engineering excellence with digital transformation. As a family-run enterprise, the company operates with more than 6,400 employees across over 50 countries, positioning itself as an innovation leader in its industry while living its core values daily.

• Combines Swiss engineering excellence with digital transformation.
• Family-run enterprise where values are actively practiced.
• Global presence with over 6,400 employees in more than 50 countries.
• Recognized as an innovation leader in the packaging equipment industry.