MedTech Design Engineer - Shaping Life-Changing Devices

ViCentra B.V.; Utrecht; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ViCentra in Utrecht, Netherlands is seeking a Design Engineer to turn concepts into safe, manufacturable medical devices. You will design 3D models in SolidWorks, oversee prototypes, and collaborate on usability and safety testing to deliver reliable products.

Join a team that champions bold ideas, trust, and customer focus. This hybrid role requires hands-on engineering, GMP compliance, and precise documentation to help our devices reach patients with confidence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 3–5 years designing and developing medical devices or regulated products.
• Deep, hands-on knowledge of designing and manufacturing small parts.
• Strong SolidWorks skills and clear technical writing.
• English fluency, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop medical devices from concept to final, manufacturable designs.
• Create 3D models in SolidWorks and oversee prototype manufacture.
• Assess assembly, manufacturability, usability, cost, and reliability of parts against product specifications.
• Write procedures and provide production instructions for new products.
• Produce lifecycle design and development reports.
• Review technician reports and prepare testing and design documentation.
• Run GMP process validations and quality system documentation.
• Communicate with management, peers, and vendors; stay updated on tech developments.
• Ensure compliance with approved quality processes and regulatory standards.
• Bring curiosity and attention to detail to solving problems.

Skills

SolidWorks

Technical writing

English fluency

Medical device design

Project management

Injection moulding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD tools

Job description

ViCentra in Utrecht, Netherlands is seeking a Design Engineer to turn concepts into safe, manufacturable medical devices. You will design 3D models in SolidWorks, oversee prototypes, and collaborate on usability and safety testing to deliver reliable products.

Join a team that champions bold ideas, trust, and customer focus. This hybrid role requires hands-on engineering, GMP compliance, and precise documentation to help our devices reach patients with confidence.