(Senior) R&D Process Engineer New

At the forefront of health technology for over 35 years, Munich-based Brainlab digitizes medical workflows, from diagnosis to therapy, to offer clinicians and patients better treatment possibilities. Our innovative digital ecosystem forms the basis for modern healthcare technology in 4000 hospitals in 120 countries.

Our key to success is our creative, talented and hard-working team, which consists of around 2000 dedicated and inspiring individuals in 25 locations worldwide. To succeed in reaching our targets, we are seeking committed colleagues who can stand behind our core values curious, authentic and useful.

We are seeking a dedicated (Senior) Process Engineer within our R&D Office at Brainlab.

You’ll be joining a cross-functional team composed of experienced Process Engineers and Agile Coaches who play a pivotal role in shaping and evolving Brainlab’s product development landscape. This team is responsible for the governance, optimization, and continuous improvement of development processes across the R&D organization. They are aligning with the R&D tool ecosystem, and ensure that our working model and tools are harmonized to support efficient, high-quality product delivery and collaborate with stakeholders across R&D, Quality Management, and Product Management to drive process excellence and foster a culture of agility and innovation.

In the role of (Senior) Process Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and continuously improving development processes to ensure compliance with international standards and regulations, while also enabling efficient and innovative development practices across our R&D teams.

Your tasks include:

Design, implement, and optimize development processes within R&D in accordance with relevant medical device standards (e.g. ISO 13485, MDR/FDA).

Analyze effectiveness and efficiency of existing processes and manage process improvement and associated tool projects

Work cross-functionally with R&D, Quality Management, Quality Assurance and other interfacing departments to maintain a compliant yet efficient development environment

Ensure audit readiness and support internal and external audits related to R&D processes.

Align development processes within the Brainlab agile methodology

Provide process training and coaching to R&D colleagues and facilitate knowledge sharing across the organization.

University degree in engineering or life sciences preferred, but other degrees may be considered

Professional experience in the design and development of medical devices or in leading process optimization initiatives

Knowledge of medical device related standards and regulations such as FDA 21 CFR Part 820 and ISO 13485

Flexibility to adjust processes to align with an evolving working model

Solution orientation and a structured nature

Strong communication and documentation skills and ability to work cross-functionally

Fluent in written and spoken English, German is a plus

A mutually-supportive, international team

Meaningful work with a lasting impact on medical technology

30 vacation days, plus December 24th and December 31st

Flexible working hours as well as hybrid work model within Germany

Bike leasing via cooperation partner "BikeLeasing"

Parking garage and safe underground bike storage

Award-winning subsidized company restaurant and in-house cafes

Variety-rich fitness program in our ultra-modern 360m2 company gym

Regular after work, team, and company events

Comprehensive training and continuing education opportunities

Ready to apply? We look forward to receiving your online application including your first available start date and desired salary.

Contact person: Elisabeth Karro