R&D Mechanical Engineer
Job in
1066, Epalinges, Canton de Vaud, Switzerland
Listed on 2026-10-23
Listing for:
Distalmotion SA
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-23
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Product Engineer, Quality Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
As a R&D Mechanical Engineer within our Mechanical team, you will lead development of mechanical systems and subsystems of our next-generation surgical robot from the early concept to the to a verified product.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESR&D & Mechatronic Subsystem Design- Lead the end-to-end design and development of high-precision mechatronic subsystems for surgical robotics, translating clinical and industrial design inputs into simple and robust mechanical solutions.
- Execute detailed design work utilizing 3D CAD (Solidworks), finite element analysis (FEA), and worst-case tolerance stack-up analyses. And applying DFM/DFA principles to optimize cost, yield, and assembly efficiency.
- Collaborate within cross-functional R&D teams (Electrical, Software, Systems, and Clinical) to rapidly prototype, validate, and iterate robotic platforms and subsystems.
- Architect, build and document custom mechatronic test benches and automated test fixtures for design verification, fatigue testing, and end-of-line production testing.
- Author and execute verification protocols and reports to prove subsystem performance against medical device requirements.
- Support Design Transfer to Contract Manufacturers, by transferring technical knowledge to industrialization teams, reviewing Work Instructions and pFMEAs, and supporting process-specific tool development.
- Support mechanical supplier selection and qualification, support root-cause analyses for supplier-related quality issues (NC/CAPA).
- Maintain full compliance with medical device standards (e.g., ISO 13485, IEC 60601-1, ISO 14971) and author compliant Design History File (DHF) documentation.
- Plan and execute Engineering Change Requests, ensuring robust risk management and traceability.
- Chair formal technical design reviews and present architectural decisions to cross-departmental stakeholders and leadership.
- Education:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or a related engineering discipline. - Relevant
Experience:
Minimum of 3+ years of professional mechanical design experience, with ideally direct expertise in collaborative robots (cobots), robotics platforms, or high-precision robotic joints/actuators. - Full-Lifecycle DFX Mastery:
Proven track record in end-to-end product design, incorporating Design for Excellence principles:- Design for Manufacturability & Assembly (DFM/DFA)
- Design to Cost (DTC)
- Design for Reliability & Serviceability (DFR/DFS)
- Testing & Prototyping:
Demonstrated hands-on experience with rapid prototyping, physical assembly, formal design reviews, and reliability/verification testing. - Language
Skills:
Professional proficiency in written and spoken English, with strong technical communication skills
- Solid Works & Multi-Process Manufacturing:
Expert-level proficiency in 3D CAD (Solid Works) with deep domain knowledge in designing components for diverse manufacturing processes, including:- CNC Machining & Precision Milling
- Metal Casting, Forging & Sheet Metal Fabrication
- Additive Manufacturing / 3D Printing
- Injection Molding
- Cross-Functional & Supplier Management:
Strong ability to lead technical execution with external development partners, contract manufacturers, and component vendors, as well as collaborating across interdisciplinary R&D teams (Software, Electrical, Systems, Quality). - Analytical Problem Solving:
Passion for dissecting complex mechanical challenges and engineering elegant, simple, high-reliability solutions for robotics. - Drive & Ownership:
Self-motivated engineer with high autonomy who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment, maintaining accountability, technical curiosity, and a positive team culture
- A dynamic, innovative environment with cutting-edge medical technology that is shaping the future of robotic surgery.
- Fast-growing Company where innovation meets agility.
- Structured onboarding program and training, ensuring a confident start.
- High degree of autonomy and flexibility.
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