BE GREAT TOGETHER WITH US.Innovation, Efficiency and Ambition: this is what VAT has stood for over 50 years. With this passion, VAT has grown to become the leading international developer, manufacturer and supplier of high-performance high-end vacuum valves and vacuum sealing technology, employing over 2000 people worldwide. The headquarters are located in Haag (Switzerland), with production centers in Switzerland, Malaysia, Romania, and Taiwan.We are looking for aCAD/CAM Engineerwho wants to innovate, achieve, and grow. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop themselves in their careers. We foster a work environment that is inclusive and diverse.Reporting to the Production Manager, the CAD/CAM Engineer will be responsible for NPI or Mass production programming as well as Jig & Fixtures designing. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Establish manufacturing methods, procedures, and activities with proper documentation (e.g. Setup Sheet), especially at the machining shop, including setting of machine, tooling, material, fixture, and clamping method.Manage, sustain and improve all operational or production/machining relevant processes.Work with quality to get first piece buyoff and production part SPC monitoring to make the process stable.Conduct process study and improve production yield quality, and cycle time, including solving drawing issues and manufacturing problems.Communicate with the global team to replicate best practices and knowledge transfer.Design holding fixtures and special cutting tools with 3D CAD system and prepare CNC programs with associated CAM system (TopSolid).Initiate and participate in continuous improvement process and 6S at the work environment to increase productivity and maintain safety, especially towards departmental KPI.Work with the manufacturing floor to minimize downtime and optimize cycle times.Conduct feasibility study for NPI parts incorporation with design engineer and product manager.Support new production introduction (NPI) by planning machining processes, tools selection and designs, deciding clamping method, CNC program preparation, pilot run, and proper handover to production.Ensure accurate and stable CNC program with tool path verification to minimize programming error.Maintain and support tooling management, e.g., tool life control, tool list management in CAM manager.Conduct training for production staff in workflow and in the use and application of various machining techniques.Support daily tasks as given by superiors from time to time.Work alongside CMMM operation to ensure parts are manufactured to specified tolerances.Minimum Qualification:Diploma/Degree in Precision or Manufacturing Engineering or related.Extensive experience in high precision CNC milling and a minimum of 5 years of programming experience on 3-and 5-axis milling.Preferred Qualification:Familiarity in interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T.Skilled at problem solving and troubleshooting CNC Machining problems that arise.Have good knowledge in DFM and SPC.Ability to set up, calibrate and maintain machines and tools.In-depth knowledge and understanding of machines and equipment required to fabricate parts from simple to complex.Experience in aluminum and stainless steel machining.Organized, self-dependent, and customer-oriented.Good communication and teamwork skills.Flexibility with the ability to work overtime based on strategic needs of the company.VAT is an equal opportunity employer.We see ourselves as a responsible and far-sighted employer that offers not only jobs but also career and personal development opportunities through various training programs. We recognize the value of employee diversity and provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified applicants that contribute to innovation, improve customer orientation, and enhance employee satisfaction. One step in this direction is to ensure that people are recognized and fairly compensated for their contributions to the company. In 2021, VAT received the Fair-ON-Pay+ certificate as an acknowledgment for our commitment to ensuring equal pay for equal work between men and women.#J-18808-Ljbffr