Hardware Development Engineer / Hardware Development Engineeress

Join Our Team at VAT Vakuumventile AG

We are excited to announce an opportunity to join our team in Haag, Switzerland as a Hardware Development Engineer for Global Engineering for Assembly & Testing. In this pivotal role within the Industrial Engineering division, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, maintaining, and standardizing solutions tailored for assembly line and end-of-line testing equipment. Your contributions will significantly enhance the efficiency, quality, and reliability of our manufacturing processes.

Your Challenges

• Full Lifecycle Assembly & EOL-testing Devices Development:
  • Execute the complete development life cycle for automated and system-controlled assembly and End-of-Line testing devices, focusing on electronics hardware & software.
  • Collaborate with global cross-functional teams to gather user requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
  • Design, develop, and implement technical solutions that adhere to industry standards and comply with best practices.
• Project Management and Documentation:
  • Craft well-structured technical specification sheets that fulfill CE-Conformity Levels.
  • Develop flowcharts, layouts, and documentation to identify requirements and solutions.
  • Integrate electric & electronic components into a fully functional system.
  • Create verification plans and quality assurance procedures.
• Troubleshooting and Maintenance:
  • Optimize and upgrade existing solutions.
  • Document and maintain functionality and technical definitions.
  • Evaluate user feedback and implement necessary updates.
  • Provide third-level support to local sites.

Your Competencies

• Experience as a Process Engineer or Development Engineer, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in topics related to connectivity of manufacturing equipment and logistics systems.
• Keen understanding of automation in Assembly and End-of-Line testing processes.
• Experience in cross-functional project management.
• A bachelor’s degree in electrical or electronic science, Engineering, or a related field; a master’s degree is a plus.
• Proficient in development processes and methods.
• Excellent knowledge of electronics and electrical systems.
• Good communication skills in English and German.
• Knowledge of software and data storage processes is advantageous.

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.