Project Manager Engineering

Project Manager Engineering # Location:  Haag, St. Gallen, CH Employment Type:  Permanent About VAT Group At VAT, we change the world with vacuum solutions. As a globally leading provider of high-performance vacuum valves, we have been driving innovations for over 60 years. With over 3,200 employees worldwide, we operate from our headquarters in Haag (Switzerland) and have production sites in Switzerland, Malaysia, and Romania, as well as sales and service centers around the globe. Our passion for integrity, teamwork, customer orientation, and innovation guides us - always together as #oneVAT. If you join us, you will become part of a committed, international team where your voice counts, your ideas have an impact, and your professional development is promoted. Project Manager Control Valves (100%) Responsible for the technical development and implementation of valve upgrades, retrofits, and repair solutions for control valves used worldwide. The position ensures that marketable and economically attractive service solutions are developed and successfully introduced in close cooperation with product management, engineering, and sales. Responsibilities ### • Technical support for product management and global sales in valve service solutions • Analysis and evaluation of upgrade, retrofit, and repair possibilities for control valves • Conducting Concept & Feasibility (C&F) studies • Selection of suitable valve platforms and conducting Fit-, Form-, and Function analyses including risk assessment • Leadership of product development and product modification projects in the Stage-Gate process • Development, design, and qualification of prototypes for customer applications • Ensuring compliance with project goals regarding costs, quality, profitability, and deadlines • Close collaboration with engineering teams, valve laboratories, and field application engineers worldwide • Definition of installation, commissioning, and repair processes for service organizations • Support during technical customer visits as well as international travel activities (approx. 5-10%) Qualifications ### • Bachelor's degree or higher in mechatronics, mechanical engineering, precision engineering, or a comparable field • In-depth experience in engineering, product development, or technical project management • Experience in an international high-tech environment • Knowledge in the field of control valves, control technology, or related technologies is an advantage • Experience in vacuum or coating technology (SEMI environment) is an advantage • Structured and goal-oriented way of working as well as pronounced problem-solving competence • Safe handling of MS Office and project management tools • Very good German and English language skills in word and writing • High communication skills, resilience, and team orientation • Willingness to undertake occasional international trips Our commitment to inclusion, fairness, and equal opportunities We believe in meaningful careers, continuous learning, and equal opportunities for all - as the basis for innovation and success. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and promote an inclusive and respectful work environment.