📣 ViCentra, home of Kaleido, is on a mission to revolutionize diabetes care through technological innovation and human-centered design. Our values—Be Bold, Build Trust, Focus on the Customer, and Deliver Excellence—guide our work and decisions. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where ideas flourish and making a difference is paramount, ViCentra is your next adventure. 🚀

De Rol

In this role, you will serve as the technical linchpin between our internal teams and external automation partners. You will play a crucial role in the success of our 5-year automation roadmap by ensuring that each automated system is robust, validated, and seamlessly integrated into our production environment.

Verantwoordelijkheden

• Author comprehensive User Requirement Specifications (URS) with detailed mechanical performance criteria.
• Define mechanical interfaces between automated stations, including part transfer mechanisms and thermal management requirements.
• Specify machine safety systems in compliance with international standards.
• Conduct critical design reviews of machine builders’ mechanical designs.
• Review and approve GD&T drawings, ensuring proper application of standards for manufacturability and assembly.
• Develop and execute mechanical test protocols for Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
• Collaborate with Contract Manufacturer for equipment Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and Validation Testing.
• Establish preventive maintenance schedules based on mechanical wear analysis.
• Create mechanical systems and develop acceptance criteria for Contract Manufacturers.
• Maintain machine performance dashboards tracking OEE, MTTR, and mechanical performance.

Vereisten

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in industrial automation, preferably in high-volume manufacturing (medical devices, pharmaceuticals).
• Direct mechanical design and analysis experience with high-speed automation equipment.
• Strong understanding of automated assembly machinery, robotics, pneumatics, vision systems, and PLC-based controls.
• Experience with URS drafting, FAT/SAT execution, and validation in a regulated industry is a strong advantage.
• Excellent technical communication skills to bridge operational needs and supplier technical language.
• Strong mechanical aptitude for reviewing and critiquing mechanical designs and drawings.
• Project management skills to manage timelines, budgets, and risks.
• Familiarity with GMP, GDP, and medical device quality systems is a significant plus.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to supplier sites (~20%).

Wat We Bieden

At ViCentra, you will be part of a team that values:

• Courage to create: We experiment, challenge norms, and learn quickly.
• Trust above all: Integrity, honesty, and openness are the foundation of our relationships.
• Customer-first mindset: Every idea is assessed by its impact on those we serve.
• A drive for excellence: We hold ourselves to the highest standards because lives depend on it.

Our fast-paced environment is fueled by curiosity, diverse perspectives, and collaboration. Here, you can shape and be shaped by groundbreaking work in MedTech.

🌱 Grow With Purpose Harness your talent for a mission that truly matters. Enjoy creative freedom, supportive teamwork, and opportunities to lead initiatives. Make a direct impact on people’s lives today and in the future, surrounded by innovators who challenge and support you.

🌏 Every Journey Starts Somewhere — Make Yours Count Here We believe a powerful team is built on unique backgrounds and perspectives. If this opportunity excites you but you’re unsure if you meet every requirement, we want to hear your story. At ViCentra, it’s your potential and passion that catch our eye.