Ingeniero de Conversión

Materialise NV; Medellín; Presencial; COP 108.000.000 - 180.000.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Materialise is seeking a Conversion Engineer in Medellín to plan, coordinate, and execute product, process, and equipment conversions. You will work with engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure smooth changes that improve efficiency and reliability.

The role requires a mechanical/industrial background with CAD proficiency (SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo, NX) and experience with Materialise Magics.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• Proficiency in major 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo, Siemens NX).
• Experience with 3D data preparation software, specifically Materialise Magics and/or 3-matic.
• Strong understanding of additive manufacturing processes (FDM, SLA, SLS, MJF) and their design implications.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Experience with Python scripting for automation is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Plan, coordinate, and support product, process, and equipment conversion activities.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, quality, maintenance, and supply chain teams to ensure successful implementation of conversions.
• Evaluate existing processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and reliability.
• Develop and maintain conversion plans, work instructions, technical documentation, and reports.
• Troubleshoot issues during conversion activities and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Support equipment setup, testing, validation, and commissioning activities.
• Monitor conversion performance and analyze data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Ensure all activities are performed in compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or other problem-solving methodologies.
• Provide technical support and training to relevant stakeholders during and after implementation.

Conocimientos

Additive manufacturing knowledge

Problem solving

Team player

Cross-functional collaboration

English/Spanish communication

Python scripting

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering / Industrial Design / Mechatronics

Herramientas

SolidWorks

CATIA

Creo

Siemens NX

Materialise Magics

3-matic

Descripción del empleo

At Materialise Medical, we believe that better healthcare starts with solutions designed around the individual patient. If you’re passionate about bringing personalized care to every patient, you’ll love being a part of this team. Through the technology we develop, researchers, engineers, and clinicians are revolutionizing personalized treatment — helping improve and save lives daily.

Job Summary

The Conversion Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing product, process, and equipment conversion activities to support operational efficiency, quality, and business objectives. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth implementation of changes, minimize disruption to production, and improve process performance. The Conversion Engineer identifies technical issues, drives continuous improvement, and helps standardize conversion practices across the organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and support product, process, and equipment conversion activities.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, quality, maintenance, and supply chain teams to ensure successful implementation of conversions.
• Evaluate existing processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and reliability.
• Develop and maintain conversion plans, work instructions, technical documentation, and reports.
• Troubleshoot issues during conversion activities and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Support equipment setup, testing, validation, and commissioning activities.
• Monitor conversion performance and analyze data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Ensure all activities are performed in compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or other problem-solving methodologies.
• Provide technical support and training to relevant stakeholders during and after implementation.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo, Siemens NX).
• Demonstrated experience with 3D data preparation software, specifically Materialise Magics and/or 3-matic.
• Strong understanding of additive manufacturing processes (e.g., FDM, SLA, SLS, MJF) and their associated design limitations and opportunities.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, in English and Spanish.
• Experience with scripting or programming (e.g., Python) for automation of repetitive tasks is a plus.

What’s waiting for you

The technology we build at Materialise pushes the boundaries. You’ll find pride in building something that matters, whether you designed it, printed it, or shipped it. No matter your role, we unlock new possibilities to build a better and healthier world every day. At Materialise, we expect you to think about the customer, not just the task. You push for better solutions and care about the difference your work makes.

A people-centered space. When you join Materialise, you join a group of colleagues invested in you, not just your work. From your own team to a department across the world, you’ll find a sense of belonging with people who help without being asked, challenge you, and have your back. At the same time, we expect you to invest in the people around you — not just your own work — to make the group stronger than the sum of its parts.

An environment of trust. As a company of innovators, we know how crucial autonomy is in your work. When we hire you, we trust in your expertise, giving you space to organize your tasks, work flexibly, and make your own calls. At Materialise, we expect you to deliver on that trust and keep your commitments.

A career ready to build. When you see opportunities for your career to grow at Materialise, we encourage you to go for them. People shape a fulfilling career at their own pace here. At Materialise, we expect you to take initiative in your own development. Don’t wait for someone else to plan your career. Step into the space and make it count. Make a difference together with the Medical team.

At Materialise, we’re all working towards making the world a better and healthier place every day. And you can be a part of it all! Explore our opportunities to become a part of our team.