About the Role
This role leads the creation and verification of thermal simulation models for ophthalmic medical devices, supporting product development from concept through commercialization with a focus on safety, efficacy, and regulatory standards.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of thermal simulation strategies for new and existing medical devices
- Develop high-fidelity computational models to predict thermal behavior under various operating conditions
- Validate simulation results using empirical test data and physical experiments
- Collaborate with design and test engineers to optimize device performance and safety
- Support design verification and regulatory submissions with detailed simulation documentation
- Identify and implement improvements in simulation methodologies and tools
- Provide technical leadership on thermal performance to cross-functional project teams
- Troubleshoot thermal issues during product development and post-market phases
- Ensure modeling practices comply with industry standards and internal quality requirements
- Mentor junior engineers in simulation best practices and technical problem-solving
- Stay current with advancements in thermal analysis software and computational methods
- Work closely with manufacturing teams to assess thermal impacts during production
- Evaluate thermal risks associated with device use in diverse clinical environments
- Integrate simulation data into system-level performance assessments
- Drive innovation in thermal management solutions for miniaturized medical devices
- Participate in design reviews and provide data-driven recommendations
- Manage multiple project timelines and deliverables in a fast-paced environment
- Translate clinical requirements into engineering specifications for thermal performance
- Collaborate with external partners and consultants on specialized modeling tasks
- Maintain accurate records of simulation inputs, assumptions, and results
- Support root cause analyses for field issues involving thermal performance
- Promote the use of simulation to reduce prototyping cycles and development time
- Ensure traceability of simulation outputs to product requirements
- Apply statistical methods to assess variability in thermal performance
- Contribute to intellectual property development through novel simulation approaches
Compensation
Competitive salary and benefits package
Work Arrangement
On-site with limited remote flexibility
Team
Part of the Advanced Engineering group within the R&D division, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across global locations
Why Join Us
This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative medical technologies that improve patient outcomes in eye care. You will be part of a global engineering team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning. The position provides visibility across functions and regions, with direct impact on product development and patient safety.
What You’ll Achieve
You will deliver validated thermal models that directly influence product design decisions, reduce development time, and support regulatory clearance. Your work will ensure devices operate safely under expected use conditions and meet stringent quality standards. Success in this role includes mentoring team members, improving simulation accuracy, and contributing to product innovations.
Available for qualified candidates
