R&D Engineer, Surgical Tools (m/f/d)

MED-EL; Innsbruck; On-site; EUR 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Central Location

Employee Discounts

Flexible Hours

International Environment

Onboarding

Workplace Well-Being

Job summary

MED-EL, based in Innsbruck, Austria, is seeking a professional to lead the technical development of surgical tools and systems for otology, from concept through market readiness. You will work in a regulated quality environment, coordinating with internal experts and external partners to advance implant technology.

The role requires a degree in mechanical or medical engineering, strong technical writing skills, and excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Mechanical/Medical Engineering with a focus on design and verification of mechanical parts and systems.
• Experience in regulated industries; knowledge of manufacturing, assembly and GD&T is a plus.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical development of surgical tools and systems from concept to market-ready products.
• Manage development projects in a regulated quality environment; support regulatory submissions.
• Provide technical expertise for implant and medical technology projects focused on surgical tools and systems.
• Create and maintain technical development documentation including requirements, specifications and test reports.
• Coordinate and collaborate with external suppliers and development partners.

Skills

Technical writing

Multidisciplinary collaboration

English communication

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Medical Engineering

Job description

RDIG_12611

Innsbruck, Austria

Professionals

Full-Time 38.5 h

Our Surgical Tools Team within the R&D develops innovative surgical solutions for hearing implant applications. Working closely with experts from development, quality, production and clinical functions, we support products throughout the entire lifecycle from initial concept to market launch.

Your Tasks

• Lead the technical development of surgical tools and systems for otology from concept through to market-ready products


• Manage development projects within a regulated quality management environment and support regulatory submission activities


• Provide technical expertise for implant and medical technology development projects with a focus on surgical tools and systems


• Create and maintain technical development documentation, including requirements, specifications, verification and test reports


• Coordinate and collaborate with external suppliers and development partners

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s degree or higher degree (University, FH) in Mechanical Engineering, Medical Engineering or equivalent qualification with a strong focus on the design, development, and verification of mechanic parts & systems


• Professional experience in a regulated industry, ideally within medical technology, pharmaceuticals, aerospace or a comparable sector; knowledge of manufacturing, assembly processes and GD&T is an advantage


• Strong technical writing and documentation skills


• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken; German language skills are beneficial


• Self-motivated and structured working style with the ability to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams

Your Benefits

• Central Location


• Employee Discounts


• Flexible Hours


• International Environment


• Onboarding


• Workplace Well-Being

Further information about MED-EL can be found here.

Minimum Salary:

Annual gross salary from € 54,723.53, based on professional qualification and experience.

Earliest Entry Date:

This position is to be filled immediately.

Temporary Position:

This position is limited until 28-Feb-2029.

Your Contact Person:

If you have any questions please contact Marina Engl.

About MED-EL:

MED-EL is a leading manufacturer of innovative medical devices for the treatment of various types and degrees of hearing loss. Our unique portfolio of implantable hearing solutions benefits thousands of individuals in more than 140 countries worldwide. With headquarters in Innsbruck, Austria, MED-EL has over 3,300 employees around the world.