Who We Are

illumicell AI turns live-cell imaging at the point of care into a versatile digital-biomarker platform. Developed in our Zurich R&D hub and refined at Harvard’s Pagliuca Life Lab, our AI-driven system began by redefining sperm analysis and now aims to bring the same real-time precision to any cell—blood, immune, or environmental—delivering on-the-spot diagnostic insights where they matter most.

We’re now looking for a Hardware Engineer to design, integrate, and deliver the mechanical and electrical backbone of our point-of-care imaging system—turning requirements into a robust, manufacturable, and regulatory-ready product.

Your Mission

Own the development of our hardware platform from concept to integration—mechanical, electrical, and system-level—ensuring performance, reliability, and compliance with medical-device standards.

What You’ll Do

Design & Development

• Translate system requirements into detailed hardware specifications and component selections.
• Design, prototype, and iterate mechanical and electrical subsystems, from CAD models to PCB-level integration.
• Integrate internally and externally developed modules into a cohesive, validated system.

Testing & Verification

• Plan and execute component- and system-level tests to verify fit, function, and performance.
• Analyze results, identify issues, and drive design improvements.

Collaboration & Oversight

• Manage and coordinate external development partners—define deliverables, review designs, and track timelines.
• Work closely with software, clinical, and regulatory teams to ensure seamless operation and readiness for submission.

Quality & Documentation

• Maintain accurate, version-controlled CAD models, schematics, BOMs, and test reports.
• Contribute to design control, risk management, and regulatory documentation (ISO 13485, ISO 14971, IEC 60601).

What We’re Looking For

Education & Experience

• Master’s degree in Mechanical, Systems, Robotics, or related engineering field.
• Proven track record in delivering complex hardware systems; medtech experience strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with both mechanical (CAD, prototyping, tolerance analysis) and electrical domains (wiring, component selection, PCB-level integration).
• Familiarity with suppliers and manufacturing processes for low- to mid-volume production.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in CAD (OnShape, SolidWorks) and revision control practices.
• Strong grasp of electrical schematics, interfaces, and safety standards.
• Proficiency in Python or C/C++ is a plus; basic embedded or system admin skills are advantageous.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities at both component and system level.

Soft Skills & Logistics

• Clear communicator, able to coordinate across vendors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and proactive.
• Fluent in English; German or French is a plus.
• Based in Zurich, with on-site presence and flexible remote days depending on project needs.

Why Join illumicell AI?

• Innovative Impact – Build cutting-edge hardware for AI-driven diagnostics with real clinical impact.
• Dynamic Team Culture – Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team at the forefront of medtech innovation.
• Growth Opportunities – Shape the hardware function and work on a system from early prototype to regulated product.

Industry: Hospitals and Health Care

Employment Type: Full-time

Location: Zurich, Switzerland