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Technical Project Manager

Hybrid, Italy, Switzerland
Full-time
Permanent employee

We Are Hiring!

We are looking for a Technical Project Manager to lead and coordinate complex projects within the railway industry.
The ideal candidate combines a solid technical background with strong organizational and leadership skills, ensuring that all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in accordance with the highest quality standards.

Your Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering projects for rail vehicles (technical and or operational side)
  • Manage the integration of systems (interiors, propulsion, brake, signal, communication systems)
  • Organize the engineering team and all technical activities in the project
  • Monitor and control engineering budgets and schedules
  • Ensure technical requirements and standards are met
  • Supervise external partners, subcontractors, and internal engineers
  • Be the main technical contact for the customer
  • Track and report project progress (time, cost, quality)

Your Profile

  • Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Rail Vehicle Engineering, Mechatronics, or similar
  • 7+ years of experience in railway engineering, including  3-5 years as a technical project manager or lead engineer
  • Strong understanding of rail systems and technical system integration
  • Good leadership and communication skills
  • Experience with European rail standards and cross-border vehicle projects
  • Skilled in engineering tools 
  • Able to work independently and lead technical teams
  • Fluent in English (written & spoken); Italian or French is a plus
  • Willing to travel (30%) and work up to 50% remotely

Why Join Wyss&Lila?

Because this is more than just a job - it’s your chance to shape how the world sees the future of mobility. At Wyss&Lila, your voice will define a growing international brand, turning bold engineering into powerful stories that connect with real people. You’ll work alongside passionate teams from Italy, Switzerland to Serbia, Germany to the Middle East - all driven by purpose, precision, and creativity. We give you the freedom to experiment, the tools to grow, and the space to create something truly original. Add to that a competitive salary, real development opportunities, and a team that has your back - and you’ve got a place where your ideas matter, your work has impact, and your energy moves things forward.

About us

We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, fostering a collaborative, transparent, and equitable workplace. Committed to innovation and diversity, we invite you to join us in reshaping the transportation landscape. If our vision excites you and you aspire to be part of our dynamic team, please forward your CV in English electronically.