Thoratec Switzerland GmbH is part of the medical device division of Abbott Laboratories, a Fortune 500 company with over 115,000 employees worldwide. We are the global market leader for implantable and extracorporeal blood pumps based on magnetic levitation technology. Our life‑saving systems, which we develop and manufacture in Zurich, are used for advanced heart‑failure patients needing short‑ or long‑term circulatory support.
We are looking for a motivated and talented Senior Mechatronics Engineer to join our team in Zurich. You will be part of a young and aspiring team responsible for design updates and maintenance of mechatronic devices and consumables for our implantable and extracorporeal blood pump systems. Your work will ensure our products stay at the forefront of innovation and meet the highest industry standards.
Our location in the heart of the city of Zurich has around 130 employees working in development, quality and production of the CentriMag System and the HeartMate3.
Responsibilities
* Lead and support on‑market products with activities including manufacturing, regulatory and quality aspects for the entire portfolio, e.g. obsolescence projects, complaint investigations, corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs), regulatory and standard updates.
* Manage multiple projects and tasks for timely completion.
* For design changes, own and support Design Control Process documentation, e.g. risk management files.
* Design, plan, integrate, execute and document tests in compliance with Design Control process and regulatory requirements.
* Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering and Production to sustain the electronics and mechanical parts of our portfolio.
* Support product development activities on the full life‑cycle of Class2 and Class3 medical devices.
* Active participation in internal and external audits.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering or equivalent (ETH/FH or comparable education).
* 5+ years of experience in a similar position in the MedTech industry.
* Strong background in mechatronics and electronics.
* Solid understanding of mechanics.
* Basic understanding of embedded software architecture and documentation.
* Experience in design verification planning and execution.
* Knowledge of medical standards like IEC60601, ISO13485, FDA21CFR820, ISO14971, MDR, GMP, GDP.
* Excellent analytical and creative problem‑solving skills.
* Flexible collaborator with accurate working and documentation style.
* Strong technical communication skills and ability to collaborate with a cross‑functional project team (Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, etc.).
* English Level C2 is required; communicative German is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications
* Hands‑on experience in electronics obsolescence activities.
* Knowledge of Windchill (PLM and Change Control system), Altium (PCB design) and SolidWorks (CAD).
* Experience in manufacturing of mechatronic medical devices.
* Knowledge of statistical methods, techniques, and statistical software tools.
We are looking for a service‑oriented person with a strong maker mentality who would like to be part of our enthusiastic team with broad responsibilities.
An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
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