System Architect

Are you a visionary leader in medical product development who not only defines technological direction but also inspires colleagues to embrace change? Do you have the ability to drive internal transformation while identifying and capitalizing on opportunities with our technically advanced customers?

We are looking for a System Architect Medical who will play a key role in projects for our medical customers. You are at the forefront of product development and emerging technologies. Together with the engineering team, you make critical decisions that ensure projects are successfully delivered in a controlled, compliant, and customer-focused manner.

What will you do?

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Working closely with our Business Developers to acquire new customers and projects, while inspiring customers during technical workshops through innovative solutions.

• Providing technical input for project proposals, including requirements related to standards and product certification, concept designs, development efforts, and cost estimates.

• Taking overall technical responsibility for projects following customer approval. You define detailed functional specifications and establish guidelines regarding standards and certification requirements.

• Defining the system architecture, decomposing systems into subsystems, and developing verification and qualification strategies.

• Collaborating with engineers throughout the development phase on detailed specifications, planning, design, implementation, and verification of subsystems.

• Leading the integration, verification, and qualification of complete systems and ensuring delivery of a comprehensive design documentation package.

• Successfully transferring products to the customer, manufacturing site, and, where applicable, maintenance or support organizations.

What do we offer?

At Benchmark, you work on products that truly matter. We are an organization where freedom, entrepreneurship, and initiative are encouraged. You will have the opportunity to bring your ideas to life in a dynamic environment that supports growth, development, and responsibility. While being part of a global company, we have maintained our down-to-earth and collaborative culture.

In addition, we offer:

• Competitive salary: up to €8,150 gross per month, based on full-time employment and depending on your education and experience.

• Quarterly bonus: performance-based and up to 5% of your quarterly salary.

• Vacation: enjoy 40 days off per year (27 vacation days plus 13 ADV days).

• Personal development opportunities: through the Benchmark Academy, external training programs, and educational opportunities aligned with your ambitions.

• Flexible working hours: as long as objectives are met, you will have the flexibility to organize your workday in a way that suits you.

• Knowledge sharing and innovation: initiatives such as Lunch & Learn sessions and Pitch Discovery Sessions provide opportunities to learn from colleagues, explore new technologies, and work on personal and innovative projects.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for a technically driven professional who combines strong system-level thinking with leadership and communication skills.

Additionally, we are looking for:

• A completed Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in systems engineering and medical product development.

• Experience with requirements management and relevant tools.

• Preferably knowledge of European and U.S. medical standards and regulations, including ISO 13485, IEC 60601, and FDA 21 CFR.

• Strong communication skills and experience creating technical documentation in English.

About Benchmark

Benchmark Almelo is part of Benchmark Electronics Inc., a publicly listed company specializing in electronics manufacturing services and engineering solutions for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).

At Benchmark, you contribute to technologies that make a real difference. We develop products that improve safety, health, and quality of life. Our services span the entire product lifecycle, from product design and development to volume production and, in some cases, direct delivery to end users. This complete process is managed from our Almelo location.

Today, Benchmark Electronics operates 23 locations worldwide. At our Almelo site, approximately 650 colleagues work together to create innovative solutions for customers around the globe.

Interested?

We are looking for colleagues who want to help shape the future, inspire themselves and others through innovative technologies, embrace new challenges, and develop forward-thinking solutions.

Does this sound like you? We look forward to receiving your application.

For more information, please contact Nienke Bloemendaal via almelo.recruitment@bench.com.

Interested in joining a fast-growing, internationally operating high-tech organization? Apply now!

Please note that obtaining a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) is a standard part of the recruitment process at Benchmark.

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