Junior R&D Engineer

The Junior R&D Engineer will work closely with the Lead R&D Engineer and manufacturing team, in both a laboratory and cleanroom environment.

Tasks

• Design, develop, and manufacture prototypes for both implantable medical devices and advanced implantable electrodes.
• Provide support for the design, development, and testing of novel implantable electrode prototypes.
• Support feasibility studies for new design concepts and support material selection and manufacturing process development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate the clinical, functional, and manufacturing implications of design choices.
• Stay updated with technological advances in the field and leverage this knowledge to drive innovation.
• Support Verification & Validation (V&V) testing activities, including development of test setups, execution of bench testing, data analysis, and documentation to ensure compliance with design specifications.

• Provide technical support for documentation tasks, including writing design specifications, manufacturing instructions, and test plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate the clinical, functional, and manufacturing implications of design decisions.

• Execute production activities within a cleanroom environment, adhering to strict protocols and quality standards.

• Uphold professional standards by maintaining a commitment to quality, regulatory compliance, and ongoing education.

Requirements

Education and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (ex. HES) or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field required.
• At least 2 years of hardware experience in the field of neurotechnology, biomedical engineering, or a related discipline. Recent graduates with a strong hardware project portfolio that showcases excellence in these areas are welcome to apply.
• Hands-on experience working in an ISO 13485-compliant cleanroom environment.
• Proven experience working with interdisciplinary teams in a fast-paced, innovative, and adaptive environment.
• Demonstrated experience in the design and development of implantable medical devices is an asset.
• Experience in an ISO 13485 environment and knowledge of US requirements (e.g. 21 CFR 820) are an asset.
• Practical experience with PDMS processing and associated techniques (e.g., blade coating, spin coating, and related microfabrication processes).
• Experience with molding processes and related fabrication techniques.
• Hands-on experience with wire bonding techniques.
• Experience with photolithography processes.
• Fluent in French and English (written and spoken). German is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge in the areas of materials, electronics, and/or microfabrication techniques.
• Strong understanding of PDMS-based systems and microfabrication workflows.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and innovative thinking.
• Strong hands-on skills in experimental design, fabrication, and validation of prototypes.
• Experience and knowledge of electrochemistry.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex technical information. Ability to thrive in an independent as well as a collaborative, team-oriented, and challenging environment.
• Dedication to staying current with new technologies, scientific advances, and industrial trends in the field of neurotechnology.
• Attention to detail and precision in work.
• Proficiency in documenting all work reliably and accurately as per QMS standards.