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Distalmotion SA

Manufacturing Engineer - Hardware/Software

Epalinges

FULL TIME

October 16, 2024

About us
At Distalmotion, we aim to deliver the benefits of robotic surgery to more surgeons, more hospitals, and more patients globally. Our vision is to establish a new standard of care, removing traditional barriers and complexities of robotics to ensure greater access to best-in-class minimally invasive surgery.
We are a diverse, international team, headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland, with a growing presence and footprint globally. With over 150 members, more than 25 nationalities, speaking over 15 languages, we are all united by the same goal — bringing patients the best in minimally invasive surgical care.
Are you looking for a new fulfilling challenge in a fast-growing medical device company? Join a team engaged in empowering robotic surgery, the new medical revolution.

About Manufacturing Engineer – Hardware/Software:
As Manufacturing Engineer you will be integrated in the Global Supply Chain, collaborating closely with the Contract Manufacturing Organization (CMO) and providing electronic and software engineering expertise. You will be responsible for the industrialization of product changes, ensuring a smooth transition from development to full-scale production, while focusing on level 2 issue investigation and resolution, particularly related to test bench and assembly processes. Additionally, you will drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational excellence.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Level 2 Issue Support:

Investigate and resolve hardware and software-related issues encountered on test benches and assembly lines.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Quality, Manufacturing) to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions.

Industrialization and Operational Excellence:

Lead the industrialization process of product changes, ensuring they are designed for manufacturability and scalable for mass production.
Identify and lead continuous improvement projects, focusing on quality, cost reduction and efficiency.
Develop and optimize process FMEA, test specifications, assembly processes, and production workflows, troubleshooting guides – Support CMO operators related trainings.
Liaise with design and development teams to ensure smooth handover to production.
Work closely with equipment developers to ensure the reliability and performance of test systems – maximize First Pass Yield, minimize Downtime.

Compliance:

Ensure DHR – manufacturing processes, manufacturing BOMs, manufacturing and test specifications – comply with regulatory requirements and company standards.
Support audits and inspections by providing technical input and ensuring proper documentation is available.

Work Experience and Education requirements:

3-5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, product verification or R&D, preferably in the medical device industry or a similar regulated environment.

Proven expertise in both hardware and software, particularly in resolving technical issues related to test benches and assembly equipment.
Bachelor or Mater degree in electrical engineering, embedded software engineering or related field.
Experience in new product industrialization and transferring products from R&D to production is a plus.
Degrees or certifications in Manufacturing, Operations, or Continuous Improvement (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) are a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities required:

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly identify and resolve issues.
Proficiency in programming languages and software tools commonly used in embedded systems, test benches and manufacturing systems.
Excellent communication and strong prioritization skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
Familiarity with regulatory requirements (like ISO 13485), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and associated activities.
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Professional oral and written English; French and German a nice to have.

Benefits:

Opportunity to work in a fast-growing company active in one of the most promising fields of medicine.

A dynamic atmosphere in an internationally minded environment.
Permanent contract with 25 days of paid vacation.
Benefit from one day to two days per week working remotely to boost flexibility.
Attractive talent development programs and initiatives empowering employees to enhance their skills and fostering professional development growth.
Mobility plan, competitive company pension plan, support for gym memberships.
Regular team building events such as boot camps, skiing and much more.

Distalmotion is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees.
Distalmotion is a medical device company founded and headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland. It was founded in 2012, as a spin-off from the Robotics Lab of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL). We are all united by the same goal - to empower more surgeons and hospitals to deliver the benefits of robotic surgery to more patients. We can only do this with the right people in our team. Apply now and be part of the mission to bring patients the best in minimally invasive care.

For further information visit: distalmotion.com and follow us on Linked In/Twitter: @Distalmotion.

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