R&D Engineer I, Medical Devices (Surgical Instruments)

Medtronic; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medtronic Incentive Plan

Job summary

Medtronic Articulating Technologies in the Netherlands seeks an early‑career R&D Engineer I to develop advanced surgical instruments, from concept through verification and market introduction. You will work on design, development, and testing of devices and related manufacturing processes in a collaborative, cross‑functional team.

The role emphasizes hands‑on work, problem solving, and lean principles to improve performance and manufacturability, with opportunities to grow into Manufacturing or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering/applied physics/Industrial Engineering or similar.
• Mastering the Dutch and English language.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering analyses, calculations, and modelling to evaluate product performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Support development and optimization of manufacturing processes, including technologies such as laser cutting, laser welding, cleaning, and assembly.
• Build and test prototypes, execute experiments, and analyse results to support design improvements and technical decision-making.
• Assist in designing surgical instruments and related components, supporting new product development from concept through verification and market introduction.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain) to ensure successful product and process development.
• Show entrepreneurial mindset be eager to learn and dare to fail fast.

Skills

Hands-on mentality

Strong analytical skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering / applied physics / Industrial Engineering or similar

Job description

Medtronic Articulating Technologies in the Netherlands seeks an early‑career R&D Engineer I to develop advanced surgical instruments, from concept through verification and market introduction. You will work on design, development, and testing of devices and related manufacturing processes in a collaborative, cross‑functional team.

The role emphasizes hands‑on work, problem solving, and lean principles to improve performance and manufacturability, with opportunities to grow into Manufacturing or