Development Engineer - Automation and Control

Concept definition and implementation of automation systems for R&D; test rigs and laboratory systems Develop data acquisition and experiment automation functions to test gas sensing and control technology Development of advanced control algorithms for high performance gas control systems Develop, perform and document experiments (DoE) including results in organized and structured way Cooperate among cross-functional teams of experts within VAT R&D; organization and external technology partners Occasional on-site support of newly developed applications/products at customer site.

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.

• Engineering Degree (MSc or PhD) in mechanical or electrical engineering, control engineering, mechatronics or similar

• Strong skills and knowledge in control system theory and industrial automation

• 3+ years of industry experience in design and implementation of (semi or fully) automated testing setups

• Experience with PLC programming, e.g. Beckhoff, Siemens or similar automation software

• Experience with industrial communication protocols

• Programming skills in Matlab Simulink or Python

• Work experience in vacuum technology / semiconductors beneficial

• System engineering knowledge is beneficial

• Hands on, systematic approach, creative thinker with problem solving skills and team spirit