Senior Mechanical Engineer
Did you know that you and your loved ones can expect to break 2 bones on average during your lifetime? At SLAM Ortho, we are on a mission to support trauma surgeons with sensor technology so they can provide better care for their patients with fractures.
By combining state of the art sensor technology, advanced analytics and an innovative reusable adapter, surgeons can shorten surgery time and provide better fitting implants to prevent complications and ensure speedy recovery. In this role you will work with cutting edge technology, will improve patients’ lives and you can make a profound impact on the quality of our healthcare system.
Role description
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer on our team you will
Work on all mechanical parts and assemblies, such as the optomechanics, mechanical sensor components, housing and peripherals
Work closely with colleagues in a multidisciplinary team of engineers and medical experts to generate solutions and concepts using various creative techniques
Have end responsibility for all mechanical designs and drawings in the development team, ensuring they achieve quality, planning and cost management requirements
Communicate and build relationships with customers and suppliers for quotations, troubleshooting and supplier management
Identify and control technical challenges, design risks and mitigating actions
Be responsible to timely signal problems and adequately address these, implement improvements, involving other team members
What we expect from you
Master in Mechanical Engineering
At least 7 years work experience in mechanical design and engineering, including taking responsibility of the full development cycle
Experience with 3D solid modelling and simulation
Experience in design for manufacturing, component testing
Experience in supplier management and setting up a supply chain for components and assembly
Preferably, experience working in a regulated industry such as the medical device industry (MDR, ISO13485, FDA) and design documentation
Excellent communication skills, both internally within a multidisciplinary team as well as with outside suppliers
A curious mindset; a deep understanding to uncover how things work and interest in the OR environment
What we offer
Competitive salary package
Stock Appreciation Rights, ‘co-ownership’, allowing you to share in the company’s success
An inspiring work environment, with highly ambitious and talented people
Down-to-earth culture with several out-of-work activities
