Job Description

Location: Haag (Rheintal), Switzerland
On-site | Full-time

Shape the Future of Semiconductor Innovation

Our client is a global technology leader developing advanced solutions for the semiconductor industry. As part of its Research & Development organisation, the company is looking for an experienced Lab Development Engineer (m/f/d) to help design and develop next-generation automated testing environments that support innovative product development.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a highly collaborative, international environment where engineering excellence, innovation and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything.

Your Responsibilities

As a Lab Development Engineer, you will play a key role in developing and maintaining advanced laboratory automation systems by:

• Designing and implementing automated testing environments for product verification and validation
• Developing and enhancing PLC-based control systems using Beckhoff TwinCAT and Structured Text (ST)
• Defining and driving the roadmap for laboratory automation systems
• Selecting and integrating PLC hardware, I/O modules, sensors, actuators and communication interfaces
• Collaborating closely with R&D, quality, design and mechatronics teams on complex engineering projects
• Performing verification and validation activities in accordance with internal and industry standards
• Creating and maintaining comprehensive technical documentation
• Supporting product commissioning and providing second-level technical support when required

Your Profile

We are looking for an engineer who combines strong technical expertise with a practical, solution-oriented mindset.

Ideally, you will bring:

• A technical qualification in Automation Engineering or a comparable discipline
• Further education in Systems Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics or Electrical Engineering
• At least five years of experience developing PLC applications using Beckhoff TwinCAT and Structured Text (ST)
• Experience designing electrical circuits and automation hardware
• Knowledge of verification and validation testing methodologies
• Strong analytical thinking and a structured approach to solving technical challenges
• A proactive, hands-on working style
• Fluent English communication skills
• German language skills would be an advantage but are not essential

Why Join?

This opportunity offers the chance to become part of an internationally recognised technology organisation operating at the forefront of semiconductor innovation.

You can expect:

• A modern and highly advanced R&D laboratory environment
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Opportunities to contribute to innovative technologies with global impact
• A culture that values creativity, technical excellence and continuous learning
• Long-term career development within a stable and internationally successful organisation

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If you are looking for your next challenge in automation engineering, laboratory development and semiconductor technology, we would be delighted to hear from you.

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