(Senior) Project Engineer - Surgical Navigation Platforms

As a Senior Project Engineer, you take technical ownership of development projects within our surgical navigation portfolio. Your drive the development from concept through verification to a certified medical product, working in close collaboration with hardware, software, quality, and external partners. The role combines hands-on engineering, technical leadership, and project coordination in a regulated medical device environment. Take leadership and contribute to decision-making with targeted creativity and technical expertise Drive the product engineering process by translating stakeholder input into compliant system, software, hardware and Define, measured, and review technical concepts and architectures across disciplines (systems, software, electronics and mechanics) Coordinate internal and external activities development, including suppliers, development partners, and test houses Plan and support prototype build-up, component qualification, and design iterations Define activities, execute and document verification; coordinate interdisciplinary troubleshooting and root‐cause analysis; and drive bug fixes or redesigns toward specification compliance Contribute essential to design and development documentation according to applicable regulations and standards Act as a technical interface between several contributors, including hardware, software, quality management, and project management You will work at the intersection of our platform development team, multiple software teams, regulatory functions, international suppliers and development partners. Clear communication, technical judgment, and structured decision-making are essential to succeed in this role.

Qualifications University degree in medical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, software engineering, physics, or a comparable technical field Several years of experience in medical device or regulated product development Solid understanding of system level thinking and interdisciplinary development Experience contributing to development projects within cross-functional teams Strong technical skills with the ability to discuss details with engineers and align with management on high-level goals Experience with development documentation and verification in regulated environments Excellent communication skills in German What sets you apart: You enjoy taking technical responsibility and driving topics to closure You are comfortable navigating complex systems and regulatory constraints You combine analytical thinking with a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset You communicate clearly across disciplines and organizational boundaries You are motivated to grow—either as a senior technical contributor or towards broader technical leadership We are therefore glad to interview engaged graduates who want to develop themselves in a successful and international company.

Depending on experience level, the scope of responsibility may be adjusted. Junior or mid-level engineers with strong technical fundamentals and high development potential may be considered and will be supported. A dynamic-supportive, international team Meaningful work with a lasting impact on medical technology 30 vacation days, plus December 24th and December 31st Flexible working hours as well as hybrid work model within Germany Bike leasing via cooperation partner 'BikeLeasing' Parking and safe underground bike storage Award-winning subsidized company restaurant and in-house cafes Variety-rich fitness program in our ultra-modern 360m2 company gym Regular work after, team, and company events Comprehensive training and continuing education opportunities