Design Engineer

ph3Join ViCentra – Empower Bold Change in MedTech /h3pLocation: Utrecht, Netherlandsbr/Hybrid /ph3Making Every Move Matter /h3pAtViCentra, we’re on a mission to make living with diabetes easier, by designing simple, beautiful, and effective solutions that fit people’s lives, not the other way around.We combine technological innovation with human-centred design to empower people with more freedom, confidence, and life on their terms. Our values;Be Bold, Build Trust, Focus on the Customer and Deliver Excellence drive everything we create and every decision we make. /ppWe believe that when ambition meets purpose, remarkable things happen. If you thrive in a space where ideas accelerate, challenges spark growth, and making a difference is the goal, ViCentra is your next great adventure. /ph3Your Impact /h3pAs Design Engineer, you will design and develop new medical devices from first concept through to final, manufacturable designs, making sure every product is safe, effective, and built to the standards the people who rely on them can trust. Working in SolidWorks, you will bring designs to life in 3D, oversee the manufacture of prototypes, and collaborate across the team on usability and safety testing. /ppThis is a role where careful engineering shapes real outcomes. As ViCentra scales, you will help turn concepts into dependable products, documenting each phase, guiding production, and solving the hands‑on challenges that stand between a promising idea and a device people can count on. /ph3What You’ll Take On /h3pIn your role, you will: /pulliDesign and develop new medical devices from concept through to final, manufacturable designs. /liliCreate 3D models in SolidWorks and oversee the manufacture of prototypes. /liliProvide input on assembly, manufacturability, usability, cost effectiveness, and reliability of parts against product specifications. /liliWrite procedures and give clear instructions to production for new products and assemblies. /liliProduce reports that document every phase of the design and development lifecycle. /liliReview reporting undertaken by technicians, and prepare testing and design documentation. /liliRun GMP process validations and complete the quality system documentation that lets new processes go live with confidence. /liliCommunicate effectively with management, peers, and vendors, and keep current with relevant scientific and technical developments. /liliChampion compliance with every approved quality process and regulatory, legal, and company standard, because the people who depend on our devices are counting on it. /liliBring curiosity, energy, and a keen eye for detail to everything you touch — always hunting for better ways to solve the problems that matter to the people who use our devices. /li /ulbr/h3What You Bring /h3ulliA Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent hands‑on experience. /lili3 to 5 years designing and developing medical devices — or products in a similarly regulated industry. /liliDeep, hands‑on knowledge of designing and manufacturing small parts (fine mechanical engineering). /liliStrong SolidWorks skills, paired with clear and confident technical writing. /liliA self-starter who thrives on juggling multiple projects, and rolling up their sleeves to solve problems in a fast, timeline-driven environment. /liliFluency in English, written and spoken. /liliA Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering is a strong plus. /liliInjection moulding design and processing experience, plus time in a start‑up or scale‑up, are both a real bonus. /li /ulh3Life at ViCentra /h3pWorking at ViCentra means joining a team defined by: /pulliCourage to create:We experiment, challenge norms, and learn fast. /liliTrust above all:Integrity, honesty, and openness shape our relationships. /liliCustomer-first mindset:Every idea is measured by the impact on those we serve. /liliA drive for excellence:We hold ourselves to the highest standard because lives depend on it. /li /ulpOur days move fast, fuelled by curiosity, diverse perspectives, and a love for collaboration. Here, you can shape and be shaped by groundbreaking work in MedTech. /ph3Grow With Purpose /h3ulliHarness your talent for a mission that truly matters. /liliEnjoy creative freedom, supportive teamwork, and room to lead initiatives. /liliMake a direct impact in people’s lives, today and into the future. /liliBe surrounded by innovators who challenge and cheer you on. /li /ulh3Every Journey Starts Somewhere — Make Yours Count Here /h3pWe believe a powerful team is built on unique backgrounds and points of view. If this opportunity excites you but you’re unsure if you fit every bullet, we want to hear your story. At ViCentra, it’s your potential and passion that catch our eye. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr