Mechanical Engineer
Did you know that the average person can expect to break two bones in their lifetime? At SLAM Ortho, we are dedicated to empowering trauma surgeons with innovative sensor technology, enabling them to provide superior care for patients with fractures.
By combining advanced sensor technology, smart data analysis and a reusable device design, we help surgeons operate faster and place implants more precisely - reducing complications and supporting quicker recovery. In this role, you will work with cutting-edge technology, directly improve patients’ lives, and contribute significantly to enhancing the quality of our healthcare system.
Role description
Your first challenge will be to lead the industrialisation and design transfer of our current device. From there, you’ll help shape the next generation of SLAM products — applying everything you’ve learned about manufacturability, process control, and design robustness.
As our Mechanical Design & Industrialisation Engineer you would:
Lead the industrialisation of our Class IIa medical device, translating small scale builds into scalable, validated manufacturing processes.
Optimise new and existing designs for manufacturability (DFM/DFA) and process control, preparing the product for transfer to an external production partner.
IQ/OQ/PQ doesn’t scare you; it’s just part of making things work reliably.
Define, build, and validate products and tooling, Work hands-on in our workshop to test prototypes, jigs and fixtures, analyse results, and drive continuous improvement with the team.
Create and release technical documentation: specifications, drawings, test setups, and work instructions that others can reproduce.
Collaborate closely with Software, Electronics, and Clinical engineers, as well as suppliers and our CMO, to align mechanical solutions with regulatory and performance needs - now and in future product development.
Engage directly with customers to understand feedback and technical pain points, driving improvements in product performance
Anticipate risks and turn them into actionable design or process solutions. Use data to boost quality, yield, reliability, efficiency, and reduce COGS and lead times.
What we expect from you
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial engineering or equivalent
3–5 years of relevant experience in product development and scaling to production environments
Strong skills in 3D CAD (we work with Fusion 360, but SolidWorks or Creo experience will work too)
Experience in design for manufacturing (DFM/A, GD&T, both plastics and metals)
Experience in supplier management and establishing supply chains for components and assemblies
Strongly preferred experience working in a regulated industry, such as medical devices (MDR, ISO 13485, FDA), and with design documentation
Driver’s license, as you will be expected to travel to our suppliers and CMO (all in the Netherlands)
What we offer
Competitive salary package
You’ll be part of a young team navigating complex technical and regulatory challenges together to bring safe, meaningful innovation to surgeons and patients.
You’ll thrive in a setting where growth comes from taking ownership — we value initiative, accountability, and the drive to make things better every day.
A supportive company culture with various social activities
The unique chance to see your work improve surgical outcomes and patient care
Join us! Please send your motivation letter and resume to recruitment@slamortho.com
