Process Engineer - Electronics

VAT Vakuumventile AG; Haag; Vor Ort; CHF 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

VAT Group in Haag, Switzerland seeks an automation engineer to drive development of assembly and end-of-line testing equipment. You will collaborate with global teams to collect requirements, design and release devices for production, and ensure compliance with CE standards.

You will contribute to project management, create technical documentation, integrate electrical components into automation systems, and support continuous improvement across sites.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electronics, automation or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Experience with electrical manufacturing and test equipment is desirable.
• Strong English communication; German is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Develop assembly and end-of-line testing equipment, including full lifecycle from design to release.
• Prepare technical specifications, flowcharts, layouts, and documentation for CE conformity and solution development.
• Provide third-level technical support, analyze existing automation solutions, and drive continuous improvement.

Kenntnisse

Electrical hardware

Automation platforms Beckhoff TwinCAT

Siemens systems

System architecture

Engineering processes

English communication

German language

Team-oriented

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electronics, automation, or related field

Tools

Beckhoff TwinCAT

Siemens systems

Jobbeschreibung

At VAT, we change the world with vacuum solutions. As the world's leading supplier of high-performance vacuum valves, we have been driving innovation for more than 60 years. With over 3,200 employees worldwide, we operate from our headquarters in Haag, Switzerland, with manufacturing sites in Switzerland, Malaysia and Romania, as well as sales and service hubs around the world. We are guided by our passions: integrity, teamwork, customer centricity, and innovation - always working together as #oneVAT.

Joining us means becoming part of a passionate, international team where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your career growth is supported.

MAIN ROLE AND ACTIVITIES

• Development of Assembly and End-of-Line Testing Equipment
  • Execute the full development lifecycle for automated and system-controlled assembly and end-of-line testing equipment, with a focus on electrical hardware, as part of project teams.
  • Design, build, validate, and release test equipment and devices for production use in collaboration with VAT Group teams and external suppliers.
  • Work with global cross-functional teams to collect user requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
  • Support global sites in the introduction of new end-of-line test processes, including the development and release of production and test equipment for new product introductions and new process requirements.
  • Develop and implement technical solutions that meet industry standards and follow engineering best practices.
• Project Management and Documentation
  • Prepare clear and accurate technical specification documents in line with applicable CE conformity requirements.
  • Create flowcharts, layouts, and technical documentation to define requirements and support solution development.
  • Integrate electrical and electronic components into fully functional automation systems.
  • Develop verification plans and support quality assurance activities.
• Troubleshooting and Continuous Improvement
  • Analyze, optimize, and upgrade existing automation solutions.
  • Maintain technical documentation and ensure functional definitions remain up to date.
  • Review user feedback and implement necessary improvements and updates.
  • Provide third-level technical support to local sites when required.

KEY EXPERIENCES - What experiences bring success to this position?

• Experience with electrical manufacturing and test equipment
• Experience in the automation of production processes and end-of-line testing.
• Experience in the automation of assembly and end-of-line testing processes.
• Experience contributing to cross-functional projects in an industrial environment.
• A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electronics, automation, or a related field; a master’s degree is an advantage.
• Experience in valve technology and cleanroom environments is an advantage.

COMPETENCIES - What competencies bring success to this position?

• Proficiency with electrical hardware in industrial environment is a must.
• Experience with automation platforms such as Beckhoff/TwinCAT; knowledge of Siemens systems is an advantage.
• Understanding of system architecture and data storage concepts in industrial applications.
• Knowledge of engineering development processes and working methods.
• Good communication skills in English; German is an advantage.
• Proactive, well organized, team-oriented, and customer-focused.

Our commitment to inclusion, fairness and equal opportunities

We believe in meaningful careers, continuous learning, and equal opportunities for everyone to drive our innovation and success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. If you have concerns, our compliance channel is available at our website. All reports are handled with strict confidentiality and in accordance with our Code of Conduct.