Senior Mechanical Engineer

ZEISS is represented across Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology and Consumer Markets. We are looking for a talented professional to join MED Innovation Hub China and help develop robust, reliable solutions for advanced medical technology.

Role You will develop and optimize mechanical and opto-mechanical solutions for surgical microscopy systems.

About Zeiss Group

ZEISS’ history in Greater China dates to 1957.

Responsibilities

• You will work with electronics, optics, software, systems engineering and Operations to deliver robust, manufacturable and reliable designs that meet performance, safety and regulatory targets.
• Design high-precision opto-mechanical structures, motion-transmission systems and ergonomic product solutions.
• Translate system needs into component requirements, concepts, detailed designs and verification plans.
• Perform engineering analyses such as tolerance, strength, thermal, space-envelope and risk assessments.
• Create 3D models, 2D drawings, bills of material and complete design documentation.
• Coordinate prototypes, support assembly and testing, and resolve technical issues through structured root-cause analysis.
• Plan and execute component verification and support system-level validation and regulatory activities.
• Collaborate with suppliers, sourcing, manufacturing and Operations on design transfer, production launch and sustaining.
• Experience Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, precision instrument engineering, opto-mechanical engineering or a closely related field.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 years of mechanical design experience in precision equipment, opto-mechanics, medical devices or a related field.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD and engineering drawing, with practical experience in tolerance and mechanical analysis.
• Hands-on experience with prototyping, verification and manufacturing transfer.
• Strong problem-solving, ownership and cross-functional communication skills.

Preferred

• It would be desirable if you had Experience with surgical microscopes, precision motion systems or ergonomic product design.
• Knowledge of simulation tools, design for manufacture and supplier development.
• Experience in regulated medical-device development and sustaining engineering.

Benefits

• Benefits Work in a collaborative, international environment with experts across engineering disciplines.
• Take on varied technical responsibilities and contribute across the product lifecycle.
• Access learning and development opportunities supported by experienced colleagues.
• Use modern engineering tools and equipment to turn ideas into reliable products.

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