LAB Development Engineer

About VAT Group

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. Guided by our passions for integrity, teamwork, customer centricity, and innovation – always working together as oneVAT.

Our team in Haag, Switzerland is looking for a Lab Development Engineer within the R&D environment. You will be responsible for developing and executing advanced testing and measurement methods for innovative product segments, working closely with an incubator business unit and cross‑functional development teams. You will contribute to experimental design, data analysis, laboratory infrastructure, and the continuous improvement of testing capabilities in cutting‑edge technology areas.

• Join a global leader at the forefront of semiconductor innovation.
• Work in a technologically advanced and innovative environment with modern laboratory and testing facilities.
• Enjoy a collaborative environment that celebrates bold ideas and outstanding execution.
• Benefit from 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.

• Develop and implement new testing and measurement methods for innovative product segments in collaboration with an incubator business unit.
• Plan, execute, and analyze experiments in technology and product development projects.
• Build systematic know‑how in new technologies and application areas.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional development teams and provide metrology expertise.
• Execute complex, customer‑ and project‑specific tests beyond standard production capabilities.
• Analyze root causes of product failures and support resolution of customer complaints.
• Ensure operational readiness and continuously improve laboratory equipment and infrastructure.
• Develop and improve data processing and analysis workflows for automated evaluation, reporting, and visualization.
• Contribute to standardization, optimization, and continuous improvement of laboratory processes, test procedures, documentation, and best practices.

• PhD (highly preferred) or Master’s degree in Applied Physics, Vacuum Technology, Measurement Engineering, or closely related fields.
• Strong theoretical and hands‑on knowledge of vacuum technology, measurement methods, and vacuum sensor applications.
• Proven laboratory experience in building, executing, and analyzing complex experimental setups and measurement systems.
• Experience in system development and integration (sensors, actuators, control systems).
• Background in the semiconductor industry is an advantage.
• Ability to translate innovative concepts into testable and measurable requirements.
• Background in vacuum sensor testing is a strong benefit.
• Strong analytical skills in data interpretation, troubleshooting, root‑cause analysis, and failure investigation.
• Programming skills in Python for automated data processing, evaluation, visualization, and reporting.
• Fluent in English;
  German skills are a plus.