Design Engineer

Kaleido; Utrecht; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ViCentra in Utrecht is seeking a Design Engineer to design and develop new medical devices from concept to manufacturable designs, ensuring safety and compliance. You will create 3D models in SolidWorks, oversee prototype production, and contribute to usability and testing across the team.

This hybrid role offers hands-on engineering, cross-functional collaboration, and a pathway to bring meaningful medical technology to patients, with opportunities to influence design decisions and drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• 3–5 years designing and developing medical devices or regulated products.
• SolidWorks and technical writing skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new medical devices from concept through to final, manufacturable designs.
• Create 3D models in SolidWorks and oversee the manufacture of prototypes.
• Provide input on assembly, manufacturability, usability, cost effectiveness, and reliability against specs.
• Write procedures and give clear instructions to production for new products and assemblies.
• Produce reports documenting every phase of the design and development cycle.
• Review reporting by technicians and prepare testing and design documentation.
• Run GMP process validations and complete quality system documentation for new processes.
• Communicate with management, peers, and vendors and stay updated on developments.
• Champion compliance with approved quality processes and regulatory standards.

Skills

English fluency

Multitasking / project juggling

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

SolidWorks

Injection moulding design

Job description

Join ViCentra – Empower Bold Change in MedTech

Location: Utrecht, Netherlands
Hybrid

Making Every Move Matter

AtViCentra, 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.

We 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.

Your Impact

As 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.

This 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.

What You’ll Take On

In your role, you will:

• Design and develop new medical devices from concept through to final, manufacturable designs.

• Create 3D models in SolidWorks and oversee the manufacture of prototypes.

• Provide input on assembly, manufacturability, usability, cost effectiveness, and reliability of parts against product specifications.

• Write procedures and give clear instructions to production for new products and assemblies.

• Produce reports that document every phase of the design and development lifecycle.

• Review reporting undertaken by technicians, and prepare testing and design documentation.

• Run GMP process validations and complete the quality system documentation that lets new processes go live with confidence.

• Communicate effectively with management, peers, and vendors, and keep current with relevant scientific and technical developments.

• Champion compliance with every approved quality process and regulatory, legal, and company standard, because the people who depend on our devices are counting on it.

• Bring 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.

What You Bring

• A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent hands‑on experience.

• 3 to 5 years designing and developing medical devices — or products in a similarly regulated industry.

• Deep, hands‑on knowledge of designing and manufacturing small parts (fine mechanical engineering).

• Strong SolidWorks skills, paired with clear and confident technical writing.

• A self‑starter who thrives on juggling multiple projects, and rolling up their sleeves to solve problems in a fast, timeline‑driven environment.

• Fluency in English, written and spoken.

• A Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering is a strong plus.

• Injection moulding design and processing experience, plus time in a start‑up or scale‑up, are both a real bonus.

Life at ViCentra

Working at ViCentra means joining a team defined by:

• Courage to create:We experiment, challenge norms, and learn fast.

• Trust above all:Integrity, honesty, and openness shape our relationships.

• Customer‑first mindset:Every idea is measured by the impact on those we serve.

• A drive for excellence:We hold ourselves to the highest standard because lives depend on it.

Our 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.

Grow With Purpose

• Harness your talent for a mission that truly matters.

• Enjoy creative freedom, supportive teamwork, and room to lead initiatives.

• Make a direct impact in people’s lives, today and into the future.

• Be surrounded by innovators who challenge and cheer you on.

Every Journey Starts Somewhere — Make Yours Count Here

We 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.