Senior R&D Engineer (m/f/d)
Senior R&D Engineer (m/f/d)
Senior R&D Engineer (m/f/d)
Senior R&D Engineer (m/f/d)
devie medical GmbH
Forschung
Jena
- Art der Anstellung: Vollzeit
- 57.000 € – 74.000 € (von XING geschätzt)
- Vor Ort

Senior R&D Engineer (m/f/d)
Über diesen Job
devie medical GmbH is pioneering innovative heart valve prostheses to treat bacterial heart infections. These prostheses, implanted via a catheter system, are designed with drug-releasing layers that target infections directly in the heart, eliminating the need for open-heart surgery.
Our interdisciplinary team, comprising engineers, scientists, and medical doctors, is based in Jena, Thuringia. As a start-up with 8 dedicated employees, we are embedded in a robust network of research institutions and experts. We manage the entire development process, from designing the heart valve framework to producing drug-releasing polymer coatings, in collaboration with esteemed partners and contractors.
We are currently seeking a Senior R&D Engineer (m/f/d) to join our development team.
Responsibilities:
- Optimize existing NiTi stent design of aortic heart valve prostheses
- Construct NiTi valve frame models for laser cutting and furthermore parts for 3d printing using standard CAD software (Solid works, AutoCad)
- Perform hands-on mechanical testing, polymer processing, and pharmacological concepts
- Contribute to process development and production of drug-containing polymer materials through extrusion
- Document test results independently and prepare test reports
- Contribute to the development of a catheter-based delivery system for heart valve prosthesis
- Manage projects and maintain correspondence with contractors and external partners
- create, review and approve protocols and generate reports in accordance with ISO 13485
Qualifications:
- MSc or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering
- 3+ years of experience in medical device development
- Strong experience with NiTi shape memory alloy and stent design
- Confident handling of 3D-CAD systems (e.g. Solidworks)
- Experience in the interpretation of FEA data and durability testing
- Proficiency in hands-on skills
- Precise, structured, and detail-oriented work ethic
- Ability to work independently and responsibly
- Proficiency with MS Office applications
- knowledge of the regulatory requirements of EMA & FDA for the approval of medical implants, preferably of structural heart implants
- language proficiency in English, additional language skills in German are needed
- working permission European Union/Germany
Our offer:
- A diverse, interesting, and responsible role
- A young, dynamic, collegial, and international team dedicated to addressing urgent medical needs
- Opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge in practice and gain valuable experience
- Insight into the exciting field of medical device development and regulatory requirements
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Continuous professional development to stay updated with regulatory standards
- 30 d of vacation per year
Applicants from abroad are welcome!
Please send your detailed application, including cover letter, resume, and certificates to info@deviemedical.com (info@deviemedical.com) .
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