Lab Development Engineer

Location: 

Haag, St. Gallen, CH

Employment Type:  Permanent

BE GREAT TOGETHER WITH US.

Innovation, Efficiency and Ambition: this is what VAT has stood for over 50 years. 

With this passion, VAT has grown to become the leading international developer, manufacturer and supplier of high-performance high-end vacuum valves and vacuum sealing technology, employing over 2000 people worldwide.  The headquarters are located in Haag (Switzerland), the production centers in Switzerland, Malaysia, Romania and Taiwan.

Lab Engineer - Motion components

We at VAT Group AG, headquartered in Switzerland, invite a both talented and passionate Lab Engineer to join our SEMI (Semiconductor ) BU - one of our most valued Business Units. This particular Lab Engineer  role is created for our Motion Components Unit / R&D within the SEMI. 
You will be responsible for the execution, development, and continuous improvement of test activities supporting R&D projects. You will work closely with development, design, and quality teams to validate motion-related components and systems used in advanced semiconductor vacuum solutions. 

WHAT WE OFFER

• Join a global leader at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, we are a globally leading company in the semiconductor industry
• A technologically advanced and innovative working environment with Modern Laboratory and testing facilities
• Thrive in a collaborative, innovative environment that celebrates bold ideas and outstanding execution - where your potential knows no bounds
• Enjoy an exceptional working environment with great amenities at our VAT Group offices in the Swiss canton of St. Gallen
• Receive competitive compensation and benefits aligned with your expertise and contributions

YOUR CHALLENGES

• Take responsibility for the planning, setup, and execution of tests for motion components, with a strong focus on pneumatic drives, actuators, and mechanical assemblies
• Design, develop, and implement new test setups and test methods to evaluate functionality, performance, lifetime, and reliability
• Perform verification and validation testing in accordance with internal standards as well as customer and industry requirements
• Analyze, evaluate, and document test results, including the derivation of improvement actions
• Work closely with design, development, and quality teams to support product optimization
• Support failure analysis and root cause investigations
• Maintain, improve, and further develop laboratory infrastructure, test rigs, and measurement systems
• Prepare technical reports, test documentation, and presentations

YOUR COMPETENCIES

• Completed technical education or Bachelor-s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or a comparable field
• Experience in testing mechanical, pneumatic drives and mechatronic components, preferably in a high-tech or semiconductor environment
• Experience in test bench design and handling of measurement and test equipment, mechanical build of sensor jigs
• Knowledge in Beckhoff programming and build desired
• Structured, analytical, and independent working style
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Team-oriented, proactive, and hands-on mindset
• Fluent in English, **German** preferred

Interested? We look forward to receive your application. 

You can expect a dynamic and successful company where innovation, courage, fairness and transparency are encouraged and your ideas are welcome.