NPI & Manufacturing Innovation Engineer 80-100%

To complement our team, we are looking for a customer- and teamoriented individual for our division Plasma Control Technologies at the Flamatt site as a

NPI & Manufacturing Innovation Engineer 80-100%

For over 75 years, we have been following our curiosity. It drives us and has made Comet a leading Swiss technology company worldwide. Curiosity and the spirit of research have allowed us to become and remain innovative. For a better and sustainable world.

We develop and produce innovative high-tech components and systems based on X-ray and radio-frequency technology. Our developments make an important contribution to safer, more efficient and more sustainable production, mobility and communication. 

In the Plasma Control Technologies (PCT) division, we manufacture specialized components that are required for the precise control of plasma processes and are used in the production of memory chips or touch screens for sensors, smartphones or tablets.

What you will do:

• Develop and industrialize improved production capabilities for our new and existing products
• Establish production flows throughout the NPI process to ensure robust volume manufacturing
• Use statistical methods (DoE, six sigma, SPC) to build high-yield, high-reliability manufacturing solutions
• Analyze throughput, bottlenecks, and equipment interactions to guide decisions, ramp‑up readiness, and long‑term scalability across the entire value stream
• Evaluate and validate new technologies, automation concepts, and equipment solutions for future-ready production
• Align R&D, operations, quality, and smart manufacturing on critical parameters, inspection strategies, and system integration to ensure seamless NPI execution

What you bring: 

• Degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field
• Proven track record in industrial production engineering, process engineering, or manufacturing system development in a high-tech environment
• Strong understanding of manufacturing principles, equipment, and process control, as well as proficiency in data-driven validation of manufacturing capabilities
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate, trial, and validate new manufacturing solutions and automation concepts
• Creative and analytical mindset with strong systems thinking and the ability to challenge the status quo
• Strong communication skills with a cross-functional mindset including good German and very good English skills

Why join us? Break new ground with us:

• Work on innovative solutions for global technical challenges
• Benefit from flexible working options and hybrid working
• Take part in Comet’s success through profit sharing
• Work with international colleagues and grow as a team
• Enjoy our diverse educational and career opportunities
• Profit from on-site perks such as discounted meals, free fruit, and support for health initiatives like "bike to work”
• Benefit from tax-free fringe benefits via Swibeco.ch, employee discounts (e.g. brack.ch, CC Aligro, SIXT), mobility perks including fleet discounts, free parking and e-charging stations for cars and bikes
   

We are curious about you and look forward to receiving your complete online application and will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

For this vacancy, we only consider direct applications. Submissions from recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Comet AG 
Herrengasse 10
3175 Flamatt
Switzerland
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