Hardware Design Engineer
Basingstoke, Hampshire
R&D – Hardware /
Permanent, Full-time /
On-site
Vision RT is a rapidly expanding MedTech company at the forefront of transforming radiation therapy. We are the inventors of Surface Guided Radiation Therapy (SGRT), which harnesses advanced 3D camera systems and sophisticated AI, Computer Vision, and Machine Learning software. Our mission is to enhance the safety, precision, and comfort of radiation therapy for patients. Notably, our innovative solutions are deployed across all 15 of the prestigious "Best Hospitals for Cancer," as recognized by US News & World Report
With around 300 employees globally, and offices in the UK, Poland & US, we operate autonomously as part of the Danish company William Demant Invest A/S,one of the largest investors in healthcare companies in the world.
About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced Hardware Design Engineer to join the Hardware team within the Innovations group at Vision RT.
Working within the Hardware team as part of the Innovations group, the primary role will be the design of mechanical components, assemblies and wiring looms using CAD and the generation of drawings for their manufacture. The role will also entail some travel and liaison with external test houses for third-party testing to medical standards such as ISO 60601. The work includes developing prototypes that demonstrate the feasibility and potential of our innovative ideas and concepts and seeing these through product realization. You will collaborate closely with other team members and Product Owners to translate conceptual designs into functional and interactive prototypes and also work on product hardware components within the product development lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities will include:
- Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies using CAD and generation of technical drawings in SolidWorks
- Manufacture prototype components using in-house 3D printing facilities or working with external suppliers
- Support third-party testing including collating and testing product systems prior to external testing, liaising with and visiting test houses (some overnight stays involved), managing required documentation and paperwork
- Work with other team members and Product Owners to develop new product concepts.
- Thorough testing of products to gain an excellent understanding of all Vision RT product configurations
- Contributing to the Design History File for new and existing product designs
- Take products through from concept to design transfer together with other Innovations members
Essential Skills & Experience
- At least 3 years' experience with CAD development including drafting – preferably in SolidWorks
- Capable of working independently or as part of a team
- Able to self-manage projects with little oversight and deliver on-time
- History of demonstrating numerical and analytical skills
Desirable Skills and Experience:
- Knowledge of testing to ISO standards such as ISO 60601, or similar.
- Experience of working within a development process, particularly in a regulated industry
- Knowledge of the radiotherapy discipline and keenness to gain more understanding
Vision RT is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and development without regard to race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
