Seeing beyond - future of medical technology

For more than 100 years, ZEISS medical technology has been driving progress in ophthalmology and microsurgery. In ophthalmology, our solutions help to maintain and improve people's vision at every stage of their lives. In microsurgery, our solutions enable targeted interventions on diseased tissue so that small and sensitive organs continue to function optimally.

Medical technology from ZEISS supports medical professionals in improving the lives of patients worldwide. The fact that our actions have a direct impact on people's well-being is what drives us every day.

Your Role

You design innovative concepts, work on advanced technologies for development projects aimed at enhancing technical and application maturity

You will conduct preliminary assessments, for example of potential materials, manufacturability or cost-effectiveness to ensure optimal subsequent project outcomes

You prepare and conduct workshops if required to facilitate the generation of new ideas

You will encouraging collaboration across teams and fostering a creative environment

You serve as a bridge between Advanced R&D and other departments, networking with key contacts to promote knowledge exchange and collaboration

You create detailed CAD drawings to support prototyping efforts, ensuring designs meet specified requirements and standards.

You develop intellectual property (IP) and actively engage in invention disclosures to safeguard innovative solutions

You Maintain comprehensive knowledge of the patent landscape related to current projects to avoid infringement and ensure compliance with existing patents

You stay informed about current technological trends and industry developments to integrate cutting-edge innovations into projects

Your Profile

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field (preferred)

Severaal years of practical experience in developing medical devices, particularly in ophthalmology

Knowledge of regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 13485, FDA guidelines) is desirable

Strong understanding of optics, laser technology, and light engineering is desirable

Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD)

Understanding of materials that could or should be used (biocompatible, manufacturability, etc.), including calculations and simulations where possible, in collaboration with experts

Ability to analyze complex technical problems and develop innovative solutions

Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration across departments

Ability to present technical information clearly and concisely

Strong interest in technology and development, with a focus on new applications in medical technology

Business fluent English and German language oral amd written

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Jana Benn