Product Development Engineer (m/w/d) - Bensheim, Germany

Product Development Engineer (m/f/d) With Focus on Biological Evaluation of Dental Medical Devices

We are an innovative, internationally operating company in the field of dental medicine. For our product development team, we are looking for talented and motivated colleagues who want to shape progress with us—whether you are a recent graduate or an experienced professional.

Your Responsibilities:

Research & Development of New Dental Products

• Designing, planning, and implementing prototypes to create innovative dental solutions and technologies
• Coordinating biological tests in close collaboration with external testing laboratories (focus for junior candidates)
• Conducting literature and patent research to support modern product concepts

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Working in international, cross-site teams from R&D, Engineering, Production, Regulatory Affairs, and Product Management/Marketing (focus for junior candidates)
• Creating reports, presentations, and technical documentation (in both German and English) (focus for junior candidates)

Regulatory Affairs & Quality Standards

• Planning and performing biological evaluations of medical devices according to ISO 10993 (e.g., cytotoxicity, sensitization, irritation)
• Compiling technical dossiers for regulatory approvals (FDA, CE/MDR) (focus for junior candidates)
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant standards and regulatory requirements

Project Management & Innovation

• Independently leading and managing development projects including resource and timeline management
• Structured problem-solving and continuous product improvement

Process and Quality Optimization

• Optimizing product features and clinical workflows through targeted testing and data analysis
• Supporting risk analyses, validation, and quality control processes (focus for junior candidates)

Your Profile:

• Successfully completed scientific or technical degree (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Physics, Engineering, or similar)
• Interest in and ideally knowledge of toxicology, preferably with a focus on medical technology
• Enjoyment of technology, analytical thinking, and innovation
• Willingness to quickly familiarize yourself with new topics and work across disciplines
• Team player with strong communication skills and a structured, self-driven work style
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in German and English

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience in the biological evaluation of medical devices in accordance with ISO 10993
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements (e.g., MDR, 21 CFR 820, and FDA guidelines) and dental product standards