VAT Vakuumventile AG
Haag
FMEA Specialist (m/f/d)
- 09 September 2026
- 100%
- Haag
Job summary
Join VAT Group, a leader in vacuum solutions with over 60 years of innovation. Enjoy a collaborative and inclusive work culture.
Tasks
- Lead global FMEA processes implementation according to VDA standards.
- Conduct FMEA workshops and risk analyses to enhance quality.
- Train employees worldwide on FMEA and quality methods.
Skills
- Bachelor's in engineering or related field; FMEA certification needed.
- Strong analytical skills and experience with quality processes.
- Excellent communication skills in German and English.
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About the job
About VAT Group
At VAT, we are changing the world with vacuum solutions. As the world’s leading provider of high-performance vacuum valves, we have been driving innovation for over 60 years. With more than 3,200 employees worldwide, we operate from our headquarters in Haag (Switzerland) and run production sites in Switzerland, Malaysia, and Romania, as well as sales and service centres around the globe.
Our passion for integrity, teamwork, customer focus, and innovation guides us – always together as #oneVAT.
You will become part of a dedicated, international team where your voice counts, your ideas make a difference, and you can develop professionally.
Responsibilities
- Lead and ensure the successful global implementation and application of FMEA processes according to VDA standards.
- Moderate and conduct design and process FMEA workshops as well as risk analyses.
- Continuously improve and optimise internal risk analysis processes and methods.
- Conduct training on FMEA and quality methods for employees worldwide.
- Support knowledge transfer initiatives and promote the exchange of best practices within the organisation.
- Present FMEA methods and results to customers and external stakeholders.
- Build and maintain effective cross-functional collaboration to support quality and risk management objectives.
- Support the quality organisation during internal and external audits.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of new international quality methods and strategies.
- Monitor FMEA-relevant KPIs and define, track, and implement corrective actions to enhance performance and effectiveness.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a comparable technical discipline.
- Qualification as an FMEA specialist.
- Fluent German and English skills with the ability to communicate and negotiate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Extensive experience with FMEA methods, processes, and their systematic application.
- In-depth experience with quality processes and mechanisms in the high-tech components environment.
- Knowledge of integrating FMEA methods into organisational processes.
- Good understanding of organisational and technical processes.
- Strong analytical and structured working style.
- Excellent presentation, moderation, communication, and persuasion skills.
- Ability to collaborate successfully in international teams and within a matrix organisation.
- Enthusiasm for FMEA and continuous quality improvement.
- Basic knowledge of VDA and ISO requirements.
- Experience with FMEA software is advantageous but not mandatory.
- Knowledge of the semiconductor industry, including customer requirements and relevant manufacturing processes, is desirable.
- Market knowledge in the semiconductor environment is considered an additional advantage.
Our Commitment to Inclusion, Fairness and Equal Opportunities
We believe in meaningful careers, continuous learning, and equal opportunities for all – as the foundation for innovation and success. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and promote an inclusive and respectful working environment.
If you have concerns, our compliance channel is available on our website. All reports are treated with strict confidentiality and in accordance with our Code of Conduct .
