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Electromechanical Engineer

  • Hybrid
    • Leuven, Vlaams Gewest, Belgium
  • Engineering

You design and build prototype instruments for microfluidic cartridges, supporting R&D, and collaborate with suppliers to develop advanced medical devices that meet industry standards.

Job description


We are seeking a hands-on Electromechanical Engineer to join our team in Belgium. In this role, your initial focus will be on designing and building prototype instruments to actuate microfluidic cartridges, contributing to R&D efforts aimed at developing and implementing innovative processes. As the project progresses, you will also collaborate with external suppliers to design and develop cutting-edge medical device instruments that meet industry standards.



Key responsibilities


  • Design and develop jigs to test microfluidic cartridges, with the goal of evolving these into fully functional products for production and deployment.

  • Create detailed mechanical drawings and documentation for manufacturing and assembly.

  • Take the lead on integrating mechanical and electrical systems, including interfacing with sensors, actuators, and microfluidic cartridges.

  • Design and troubleshoot simple electrical circuits, select components, and ensure compatibility with mechanical designs.

  • Collaborate with external partners when necessary for specialized electrical system needs.

  • Prototype, test, and refine designs to meet performance, quality, and reliability standards.

Job requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electromechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechatronics or equivalent

  • You are fluent in English

  • Several years of hand’s-on experience in designing and building of electro-mechanical prototypes,

  • Background covers mechanics, electronics, pneumatic. Should be able to design and assemble any of those.

  • Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD

  • The job will be at least 50% of hand’s on work with the jigs and instruments in the lab

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