Development Engineer
vor 2 Wochen
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.
Development Engineer - Mechatronics
We at VAT Group AG, headquartered in Switzerland, invite a both talented and visionary Development Engineer to join our SSG (Semiconductor Solutions Group ) - one of our most valued Departments.
This particular Development Engineer role is created for our Mechatronics Unit ( Mechanical Engineering, Electronics and Control Systems ).
Partner side by side with our Senior Development Engineers and the supporting team,
You will design, develop and improve our smart systems/ machines that bring together mechanics, electronics, control systems and software.
Possessing good knowledge in the Semiconductor industry and bringing strong expertise in mechatronic systems, plus taking full ownership of complex projects and product development is exactly the kind of drive and experience we value in our future colleague.
We also highly value good understanding and good communication skills.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Join a global leader at the forefront of semiconductor innovation
- The best environment for our Engineers to grow and innovate
- 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
- Design and development of cutting-edge mechatronic systems and products
Design, dimension, and commission stepper, BLDC, and servo motor solutions
PLC Control Systems:
Select and configure PLCs, I/O modules, sensors, actuators, and communication interfaces
Program PLCs for process and motion control, as well as system diagnostics, using structured programming languages
Partner with interdisciplinary teams to bring complex system solutions to life
- Define and set up test environments to verify and validate products
- Create and maintain clear technical documentation across the development lifecycle
- Provide expert guidance during product initialization and deliver second-level technical assistance when needed
Your Competencies:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related field
- Minimum of 3 years in developing mechatronic systems, including drive technologies and sensor integration
- Strong knowledge of PLC hardware integration (I/O modules, sensors, actuators, industrial communication protocols)
- Proficient in PLC software development, including structured programming, motion control, and system diagnostics
- Systematic, proactive, hands-on, and focused on delivering results efficiently
- Fluent in English; basic German skills are a plus
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.
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