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 of 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.
Location: Haag, St. Gallen, CH. Employment Type: Permanent.
Development Engineer – Sensor Protection Advanced Sensors
We at VAT Group AG, headquartered in Switzerland – Haag, invite a talented and passionate Development Engineer Corrosion Protection to join our innovative development environment. You will be responsible for strengthening our competencies in the field of vacuum sensor protection against corrosive gases and material deposition in semiconductor processes. In this role, you will contribute to accelerating the time‑to‑market of our advanced sensor products by developing and implementing effective protection concepts and solutions. Through your expertise, you will support the continuous advancement of our sensor technologies and help ensure reliable performance in demanding semiconductor manufacturing environments.
What We Offer
Join a global leader at the forefront of semiconductor innovation
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
Experience the latest trends and technologies of the semiconductor business and collaborate with a high‑end development team
Transfer your innovative ideas into new products to further strengthen the success of VAT
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
Leading the development of advanced sensor protection concepts and technologies
Investigation and testing of different materials, coatings, and methods
Evaluation and application of accelerated testing procedures and setups
Development and characterization of scalable material concepts for new generation, industrial sensor assemblies
Collaboration with industrial and academic partners
Joining a multi‑location R&D organization (Haag, Zürich), some work‑related travel is required (max. 20%)
Your Competencies
MSc or PhD degree in material science, physics, chemistry or related field
5+ years of industry experience on material‑related topics
Work experience in vacuum technology and/or semiconductor industry
Negotiating skills in English and German (fluent in spoken and writing)
In‑depth understanding of semiconductor processes is beneficial
You are used to working independently, proactively and in an organized manner
You have a strong ability to work in a team and care about interdisciplinary interface functions
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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