Hybrid Design Engineer (m/w/x) bei ZEISS

Seeing beyond - future of medical technology

For more than 100 years, ZEISS medical technology has been driving progress in ophthalmology and microsurgery. In ophthalmology, our solutions help to maintain and improve people's vision at every stage of their lives. In microsurgery, our solutions enable targeted interventions on diseased tissue so that small and sensitive organs continue to function optimally.

Medical technology from ZEISS supports medical professionals in improving the lives of patients worldwide. The fact that our actions have a direct impact on people's well-being is what drives us every day.

Your Role

• You design innovative concepts, work on advanced technologies for development projects aimed at enhancing technical and application maturity

• You will conduct preliminary assessments, for example of potential materials, manufacturability or cost-effectiveness to ensure optimal subsequent project outcomes

• You prepare and conduct workshops if required to facilitate the generation of new ideas

• You will encouraging collaboration across teams and fostering a creative environment

• You serve as a bridge between Advanced R&D and other departments, networking with key contacts to promote knowledge exchange and collaboration

• You create detailed CAD drawings to support prototyping efforts, ensuring designs meet specified requirements and standards.

• You develop intellectual property (IP) and actively engage in invention disclosures to safeguard innovative solutions

• You Maintain comprehensive knowledge of the patent landscape related to current projects to avoid infringement and ensure compliance with existing patents

• You stay informed about current technological trends and industry developments to integrate cutting-edge innovations into projects

Your Profile

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field (preferred)

• Severaal years of practical experience in developing medical devices, particularly in ophthalmology

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 13485, FDA guidelines) is desirable

• Strong understanding of optics, laser technology, and light engineering is desirable

• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD)

• Understanding of materials that could or should be used (biocompatible, manufacturability, etc.), including calculations and simulations where possible, in collaboration with experts

• Ability to analyze complex technical problems and develop innovative solutions

• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration across departments

• Ability to present technical information clearly and concisely

• Strong interest in technology and development, with a focus on new applications in medical technology

• Business fluent English and German language oral amd written

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