Research & Development

R&D Engineer for Hardware and Software

location_on Switzerland
business Hybrid
schedule Full-Time 100%
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About Evatec


Welcome to the "Thin Film Powerhouse"!

Evatec specializes in designing, developing, producing, and selling high-tech thin film deposition equipment for the semiconductor, advanced packaging, optical, and optoelectronics markets.
Our multinational team of scientists, engineers, and support staff in Switzerland is complemented by a global network of sales and technical support staff across 15 countries in Europe, Asia, and North America.

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Things we offer our employees

  • beach_access 5 weeks holiday
  • access_time 42-hour work week with flexitime and home office options
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  • tram Good public transport connections
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  • people Company and team events to foster the spirit

Job Description

As an R&D Engineer for Hardware and Software, you take technical ownership of challenging development projects. You develop, specify, integrate and test hardware and software systems for advanced vacuum and thin-film equipment. With your expertise, you drive innovation and support both customers and internal teams with technical guidance.

What you will be doing

  • check Take technical ownership: you lead development and customer projects related to hardware and software and coordinate internal and external stakeholders
  • check Specify components and subsystems: you select, specify and qualify components and subsystems and ensure smooth system integration
  • check Execute and document testing: you plan and perform system and component tests and prepare specifications, reports and complete system documentation
  • check Support customers and internal teams: you provide technical support to customers and internal departments on hardware and software topics, including on-site support and training when needed
  • check Drive innovation: you lead system-related research and development, monitor technological trends and contribute to patents, publications and conference presentations

What you should bring

  • check Strong technical foundation: you hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Microtechnology (HF, HTL, FH, ETH, TU) with first experience in vacuum technology
  • check Expertise in electronics and software: you have deep knowledge in electronics development, programming, measurement and control engineering and embedded systems
  • check Industry knowledge: you are experienced in vacuum and thin-film technology or motivated to dive deeply into this high-tech field
  • check Structured and independent working style: you work solution-oriented, handle technical documentation confidently and are proficient in MS Office
  • check Language skills and flexibility: you communicate fluently in English and German and are willing to travel about 10%

Start Your Journey

1

Your Application

Upload your CV online and answer two short questions – you’ll receive a confirmation right away.

2

First Introduction

We review your documents and invite you to an initial online meeting if there’s a good fit.

3

Visit Us

In a second meeting, you’ll get to know the team, your future tasks and our culture better.

4

It’s a Match

We discuss the next steps and clarify any remaining questions.

5

Welcome to Evatec

We’re excited to welcome you to the team and start this journey together!

Is it a match?

For further information please contact

Veronique Dölger | TA Specialist | hr.eag@evatecnet.com

p.s. applications submitted via recruitment agencies are not considered

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