Copy of (Junior) Project Designer with focus on Tunnel products (Infrastructure)

Job Description

Join the Global Expertise Center – Infrastructure and help strengthen Doka’s global position in tunnel formwork solutions.

As a Tunnel Expert, you will contribute to the development, optimization, and successful application of tunnel formwork systems worldwide, working closely with engineering, product management, and development teams.

Your Responsibilities

• Share tunnel-specific know-how to ensure safe and efficient system use worldwide
• Build and maintain deep expertise in tunnel formwork systems
• Identify market trends and support product improvements and innovation
• Act as interface between Strategy & Innovation and Engineering
• Support regional teams in system selection and technical design
• Provide input for project acquisition (concepts, layouts, evaluations)
• Gather customer feedback and support continuous product optimization
• Deliver trainings and foster global knowledge transfer
• Document best practices and lessons learned from projects

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Education in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (HTL, FH, University)
• For the Senior role: minimum 3-5 years of experience in tunnel formwork, underground construction, or related steel/formwork systems.

Technical Skills

• Strong 2D CAD skills (required).
• Experience with 3D CAD tools (Revit, AutoCAD, Inventor, etc.) is a strong advantage.
• Solid understanding of tunnel construction methods, site processes, and formwork applications.

Soft Skills & Working Style

• Strong communication skills in English; additional languages are an advantage.
• Structured, proactive way of working and the ability to perform effectively in an international technical environment.

Additional Information

A salary in line with the market is offered for this position, which is based on the specific qualification and adequate professional experience.

We are required by law to state a minimum salary. The minimum annual gross salary for this position is EUR 48,918.98 according to the collective agreement (woodworking industry) on full-time basis 38.5 hours/week.

The contact person for this position is Susanna Hagler, HR Business Partner.