Head of Engineering

Are you ready to lead innovation and drive technological excellence? This is your chance to take on a strategic role where your decisions directly influence product development and global success. At Sphinx Tools, part of Sandvik Coromant, you'll be at the forefront of engineering, guiding teams and shaping solutions that set industry standards.

Shortly about us

100% Swiss made – and much more We produce precision tools for industry and medical technology, as well as developing and manufacturing solutions that are successfully used worldwide. Quality and innovation are at the heart of everything we do.

About the job

You're responsible for developing and implementing our technology and innovation strategy, ensuring our product range evolves and meets market demands. You lead and inspire engineering teams, driving technical excellence and collaboration.

Your tasks include:

• Designing and optimizing product portfolios.
• Developing construction standards, such as Siemens NX or Teamcenter.
• Managing technical engineering and application engineering teams.
• Preparing and delivering technical training for customers and representatives globally.
• Providing technical support to internal and external partners.
• Coordinating with Sandvik Coromant teams to harmonize the offer and sales processes

The location for this position is Solothurn, Switzerland.

Your profile
You have a technical apprenticeship EFZ, ideally complemented by further experience in machining and/or design. You bring proven leadership experience in engineering or design, and ideally exposure to international industrial SMEs. Familiarity with machining technology and digital process design rounds out your expertise. You're fluent in German and English, and French skills are an advantage.

You're a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, able to take responsibility and deliver results. You inspire teams through clear communication and collaboration, and you thrive in dynamic environments where innovation and precision matter.

Our culture

Innovation is in our DNA and we're proud to shape the future of manufacturing in close collaboration with our customers and partners. We believe in an inclusive, equal and open-minded culture, and we nurture our diversities to form a solid foundation for achieving great results. Add fair and rewarding benefits, as well as many different career opportunities in an inspiring global environment. Meet some of your future colleagues at our career page or visit our website, LinkedIn or Facebook page to get to know us further. 

Contact information

Are you curious to know more about this position? Please contact Nicolas Dellachiesa, hiring manager, at  

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Recruitment Specialist: Hanna Thomas

How to apply

Send your application no later than December 23, 2025. Click apply and include your resume and cover letter in English. Please note that we don't accept applications by e-mail. Job ID: R

To learn more about our recruitment process, please visit our career site or contact HR Services at

Sandvik Coromant is part of the global industrial engineering group Sandvik and is at the forefront of developing manufacturing tools and machining solutions, with knowledge that drives the industry standards and innovations demanded by the metalworking industry now and in the next industrial era. Collaborations with educational institutions, extensive investment in research and development and strong customer partnership ensure the development of machining technologies that change, lead and drive the future of manufacturing. Sandvik Coromant owns over 1700 patents worldwide, employs around 8000 staff and is represented in more than 150 countries.