Mechanical Engineer

Varex Imaging Corporation; Espoo; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flat hierarchy

Onsite R&D and manufacturing

Professional development and training

Local benefits: sport/culture vouchers

Job summary

Varex Imaging, Espoo, Finland, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to own the mechanical design of next‑generation X‑ray detectors. You will develop requirements, create CAD models in SolidWorks, manage BOMs, release processes and ECOs, and drive V&V for mechanical subsystems.

You will collaborate with electronics, systems, and manufacturing teams, balance performance and manufacturability, and support prototyping, pilot builds and supplier qualification across the full product lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of mechanical design experience from concept to production.
• Strong SolidWorks skills and experience with multiple manufacturing processes.
• Excellent cross-functional communication across onsite/remote teams.
• Professional English proficiency.
• Nice to have: electronics enclosure design with thermal/EMC considerations.
• Experience with thermal management, FEA, and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Own the mechanical architecture and detailed design of detectors.
• Create CAD models, drawings, and BOMs in SolidWorks; manage releases and ECOs.
• Plan and execute V&V for mechanical subsystems.
• Design manufacturing jigs and fixtures for in-house production.
• Collaborate with electronics, firmware, systems, and manufacturing teams.
• Support prototyping, pilot builds, testing, and supplier qualification.

Skills

Mechanical design

SolidWorks

Manufacturing processes

Communication

English

Electronics enclosures

Thermal management

FEA

GD&T

Job description

Summary

Mechanical Engineer – Innovate at the Forefront of X-Ray Technology Varex Imaging is a global technology leader in X-ray imaging, developing advanced solutions used in medical diagnostics, industrial inspection, and security systems. With a strong international presence and high-tech product portfolio, we’re pushing the boundaries of what's possible in imaging. Varex Imaging is the world’s leading supplier of Photon Counting Detectors, and we are hiring more resources due to expanding portfolio and growing volumes. Our team develops photon-counting detector technology, one of the most advanced and rapidly evolving areas of X-ray imaging. We are currently looking for a Mechanical Engineer who wants to take ownership of the mechanical design of next-generation imaging products. You will work across the full product lifecycle, from concept development through to production, collaborating closely with experts in electronics, systems, manufacturing, and product management. In this role you will be a key player within our R&D organization and will take an active part in shaping our future products and technical solutions.

Location and work model

The position is permanent, located in Espoo, Finland, and employment can begin immediately or as soon as a suitable candidate is found. We follow a hybrid working model, which involves regular on-site collaboration in Espoo.

Role overview

As a Mechanical Engineer on our team, you will have the opportunity to work hands-on with the development of our next-generation X-ray detectors — from requirements definition all the way to production handover and through to sustaining engineering. We are looking for an adaptive engineer who thrives at the center of complex cross‑functional programs, collaborating closely with electronics, systems, manufacturing, and product teams, and effectively balancing performance, cost, schedule, and manufacturability. Your role will include: Own the mechanical architecture and detailed design of our X-ray detectors. Create and maintain CAD models, detailed drawings and BOMs in SolidWorks; manage mechanical documentation throughout release and ECO processes. Plan and execute V&V for mechanical subsystems. Design manufacturing jigs & fixtures for in-house production teams. Collaborate closely with electronics, firmware, systems, manufacturing, product, and program management teams. Work closely with procurement team to identify, assess, and qualify suppliers. Support prototyping, pilot builds and testing; iterate designs based on feedback from testing, manufacturing and customers.

What we are looking for

• 5+ years of relevant mechanical design experience with a track record of bringing products from concept to production. Exceptional candidates with less experience are encouraged to apply.
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks or a comparable 3D CAD platform.
• Experience designing parts for a variety of manufacturing processes including CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication and additive manufacturing.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to coordinate technical requirements across multidisciplinary teams in both onsite and remote environments.
• Professional working proficiency in English.
• Advantageous: Experience designing enclosures for electronics with high thermal loads, EMC considerations, and ingress protection requirements.
• Understanding of thermal management techniques for electronics (convection, conduction, forced air, liquid cooling).
• Experience performing FEA and thermal simulations.
• Experience with GD&T and tolerance analysis.

What We Offer

• Joining Varex Imaging’s photon counting team means stepping into a role where every innovation you contribute has real-world impact.
• Build deep expertise in one of the fastest-growing areas of imaging technology while working alongside world-class experts in photon-counting detector development.
• Flat hierarchy.
• The competitive salary ranges from approx. 55 000--65 000 EUR/annual.
• Collaborate with experts across our global engineering organization.
• Onsite R&D and manufacturing facilities
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Local benefits and perks (for example sport/culture vouchers, bonus plan and mobile phone benefit).

Company information

Read more about us: https://www.vareximaging.com/photon-counting/

Varex Imaging, headquartered in Salt Lake City, USA, is a leading innovator, developer, and manufacturer of X-ray imaging component solutions, which includes X-ray tubes, digital flat panel detectors, software, and other key components of X-ray imaging systems. With a 70+ year history of successful innovation, you will find our components in numerous medical, industrial, and security imaging applications worldwide. Across the world, our more than 2,200 employees are committed to support our mission making the invisible visible.

Time Type: Full time

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift: N/A

Pay Rate Type: Salary

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

Life at Varex Imaging

Varex Imaging Corporation is a leading innovator, developer, and manufacturer of X-ray imaging component solutions, which includes X-ray tubes, digital flat panel detectors, software, and other key components of X-ray imaging systems. With a 50+ year history of successful innovation, you will find our components in countless medical, industrial, and security imaging applications worldwide. Our mission states that through the talent of our people and vision of customers, we help improve and save lives throughout the world by making the invisible visible. Our values of Excecution, People, Integrity, and Collaboration are foundational to our success in upholding our mission. We cannot make the invisible visible and uphold our mission without our EPIC employees, who deliver cutting edge technology globally, consistently pursue the highest quality standards, engage in a diverse and ethical workforce, inspire innovation, and showcase a customer mindset. We strive every day to make a difference in the lives of both our customers and theirs. At Varex, our employees’ success is our success. Come and learn more! Visit www.VarexImaging.com