R&D Mechanical Engineer - Surgical Robot

About the role

Distalmotion SA is looking for a full-time R&D Mechanical Engineer to join its Mechanical team. You will lead the development of mechanical systems and subsystems of the company's next-generation surgical robot, from early concept through to a verified product.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design of high-precision mechatronic subsystems, turning clinical and industrial inputs into simple, robust mechanical solutions
• Execute detailed design using 3D CAD (SolidWorks), finite element analysis (FEA) and worst-case tolerance stack-up, applying DFM/DFA to optimise cost, yield and assembly efficiency
• Collaborate with electrical, software, systems and clinical teams to prototype, validate and iterate robotic platforms
• Build and document custom test benches and automated fixtures, and write and run verification protocols and reports
• Support design transfer to contract manufacturers, review work instructions and pFMEAs, and help select and qualify suppliers
• Maintain compliance with medical device standards (e.g. ISO 13485, IEC 60601-1, ISO 14971) and author Design History File documentation
• Plan engineering change requests, chair design reviews and present architectural decisions to stakeholders

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or a related field
• At least 3 years of professional mechanical design experience, ideally in cobots, robotics platforms or high-precision joints/actuators
• Proven end-to-end product design covering DFM/DFA, DTC, DFR/DFS
• Hands-on experience with rapid prototyping, physical assembly, design reviews and reliability testing
• Professional written and spoken English and strong technical communication

Required skills

• Expert SolidWorks and multi-process manufacturing knowledge (CNC machining, metal casting/forging/sheet metal, additive manufacturing, injection molding)
• Ability to lead technical work with external partners, contract manufacturers and vendors, and collaborate across R&D teams
• Analytical problem solving and ownership in a fast-paced, autonomous environment

What we offer

• A dynamic, innovative environment with cutting-edge medical technology
• A fast-growing company combining innovation and agility
• Structured onboarding and training
• High degree of autonomy and flexibility