Research and Development Mechanical Engineer
About this role
We’re looking for a talented and hands-on Mechanical Engineer to join our growing R&D team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing life-saving medical technology in a fast-paced and innovative startup environment.
- Participate in design and development activities for all aspects of the company’s products.
- Lead mechanical development tasks and sub-projects within the R&D team.
- Design mechanical parts and assemblies’ issue 2D drawings.
- Generate test methods and design fixtures to support the test during the development and
assembly of prototypes.
- Conduct feasibility research.
- Interact with suppliers and manufacture R&D prototypes.
- Conducted test jigs qualifications and performed engineering verification and validation tests.
- Provide technical usability engineering input.
- Develop a mechanical User Interface.
- Provide technical engineering input for risk management activities.
- Perform the role of a Field Clinical Engineer (FCE
Reports to
R&D Team Leader.
Requirements
- B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering is required; candidates with degrees in Biomedical Engineering or Materials Engineering will also be considered.
- M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering – an advantage.
- 3–5 years of hands-on experience in mechanical development roles – required.
- Demonstrated experience working on complex, high-precision systems (e.g., medical devices, aerospace, robotics) – highly desirable.
- Proven ability to take end-to-end ownership of mechanical components or sub-systems – from concept or design modifications to transfer to manufacturing.
- Previous experience in startup environments – an advantage.
- Strong hands-on lab skills and familiarity with mechanical testing – must.
- Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred); knowledge of LabView and MATLAB – a plus.
- Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Company at a glance
Magenta is developing miniaturized catheter-mounted axial flow-pumps for mechanical circulatory support indications, based on Magenta’s core technology of self-expanding impellers and pump heads.
Our percutaneous Left Ventricular Assist Device (pLVAD) is a next-generation low-profile arterial pump, intended for temporary support of patients undergoing high-risk coronary interventions and the treatment of patients admitted with cardiogenic shock.
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