Mechanical Engineer

Zybs Medical develops affordable medical imaging and diagnostic devices for clinics and hospitals across Chile, focusing on portable ultrasound units and AI‑assisted image analysis to improve patient care in remote areas.

About Zybs Medical Chile S.A.

Zybs Medical Chile S.A. develops affordable medical imaging and diagnostic devices for clinics and hospitals across Chile. The company focuses on portable ultrasound systems and AI-assisted image analysis technologies designed to improve access to quality healthcare, particularly in remote and underserved areas.

Position Overview

Zybs Medical Chile S.A. is seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Mechanical Engineer to support the design, development, testing, and improvement of medical imaging and diagnostic equipment.

The successful candidate will apply mechanical engineering principles to product development, prototyping, testing, reliability, and manufacturing processes. This position requires strong technical problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory requirements associated with medical devices.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, housings, and structural systems for medical devices.
• Create and maintain detailed mechanical drawings, 3D models, specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Support the development and improvement of portable ultrasound and diagnostic equipment.
• Perform mechanical calculations, simulations, tolerance analysis, and design evaluations.
• Develop prototypes and coordinate mechanical testing and validation activities.
• Identify and resolve mechanical design, manufacturing, and reliability issues.
• Evaluate materials, components, manufacturing methods, and suppliers.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, biomedical, product development, and manufacturing teams.
• Support product testing, verification, validation, and design qualification activities.
• Ensure mechanical designs meet applicable safety, quality, performance, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in design reviews and implement engineering improvements based on test results and user requirements.
• Support manufacturing and assembly processes to improve product quality and efficiency.
• Investigate product failures and develop appropriate corrective and preventive solutions.
• Maintain accurate engineering records, technical reports, and product documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Relevant professional experience in mechanical design, product development, manufacturing, medical devices, or a similar technical environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, materials, manufacturing processes, and mechanical systems.
• Experience with 3D CAD software and technical drawing.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of mechanical testing, prototyping, and product validation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
• Ability to conduct engineering calculations and evaluate mechanical performance.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality and safety.
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary engineering and product-development teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing medical devices, diagnostic equipment, or healthcare technology.
• Knowledge of medical-device design controls and quality-management principles.
• Familiarity with risk-management practices for engineered products.
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) or mechanical simulation tools.
• Experience with rapid prototyping, 3D printing, CNC machining, or injection molding.
• Knowledge of materials used in medical equipment and electronic device enclosures.
• Experience with product reliability, environmental testing, vibration testing, or thermal analysis.
• Familiarity with applicable Chilean or international medical-device standards and regulations.
• Experience working with suppliers and contract manufacturers.
• Professional engineering certifications are an advantage.

What Zybs Medical Chile S.A. Offers

• Competitive compensation of CLP 14,000–21,000 per hour.
• Opportunity to work on innovative medical imaging and diagnostic technologies.
• Exposure to multidisciplinary product-development projects.
• Professional growth and technical development opportunities.
• Collaborative engineering and innovation-focused environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to technologies designed to improve healthcare access in remote communities across Chile.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit a CV/resumé highlighting their mechanical engineering education, relevant professional experience, technical skills, medical-device or product-development experience, and significant engineering projects.

Sueldo: $14.000 - $21.000 la hora

Lugar de trabajo: Viajar de manera regular