System Engineer Technology Development

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.

• Make a Difference – Embrace a Culture of Ownership and Decision Making
• Grow – Take Development and Training Opportunities
• Go Global – Thrive in a Multicultural, Global Business Environment

What you can expect from us

• 5 weeks holiday
• 42-hour work week with flexitime and home office options
• State-of-the-art workplaces
• Flat hierarchies for better communication and collaboration
• Canteen and self-catering options at our Layers Cafe
• Free covered parking
• Good public transport connections
• Variety of discounts (e.g., fitness center memberships, car purchases, mobile phones, computers, etc.)
• Language Training Programmes
• Company and team events to foster the spirit

Job Description

As a System Engineer in Technology Development, you work hands-on with our high-tech systems, drive innovation and integrate new system solutions. You test prototypes, specify components and support internal teams and customers with technical expertise. With your proactive mindset and technical know-how, you play a key role in shaping the next generation of our equipment.

What you will be doing

• Drive innovation: you support research, develop new hardware and software concepts and test solutions together with Engineering
• Specify system components: you select, define and specify system components, subsystems and assemblies
• Test prototypes & integrate systems: you perform tests on equipment and prototypes independently and proactively drive system integration
• Own technical documentation: you create system specifications, mandatory reports and maintain technical system documentation
• Work close to customers: you support Product Management, Service, Customer Support and Application — occasionally also on-site — and deliver technical trainings

What you should bring

• Technical education: you hold a degree (HF, HTL, FH, ETH) in electrical engineering or microtechnology, or you have at least 3 years of experience in vacuum technology
• Thin-film expertise & analytical thinking: you are familiar with thin-film technology and apply systematic analysis to make data-based decisions
• Hands-on mindset & willingness to learn: you have a strong hands-on mindset, actively explore new possibilities and pursue your goals with commitment; you are confident working with new technologies and adapt flexibly to changing projects and requirements
• Team spirit & clear communication: you value close collaboration, transparent communication and a direct working style
• Language & travel readiness: you communicate fluently in German and English and are willing to travel approx. 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!