Working Student (m/f/d) – Mechanical Engineering & Prototyping

At Symphera, we are developing innovative surgical technology with the goal of improving the way surgery is performed.

We are a close-knit, hands-on engineering team working across mechanical design, electronics, software and system integration. We enjoy tackling challenging problems, learning from each other and turning ideas into working hardware.

About the Role

As a working student at Symphera, you will be a genuine part of our engineering team, not just someone supporting from the sidelines. You will work on real components and subsystems of our surgical system, from initial concepts and prototypes to testing and validation.

This is a hands-on role with plenty of opportunities to take ownership and make a real contribution. We are looking for someone who enjoys getting their hands dirty, figuring out how things work and finding practical solutions to technical problems. You should be ready to challenge yourself, take responsibility and keep learning – and you can count on a team that will support you along the way.

Your Tasks

Become part of Symphera’s engineering team and contribute directly to the development of our surgical system
Design, prototype, test and iterate mechanical and electromechanical components
Develop and validate test equipment, including custom fixtures and automated test setups
Perform, evaluate and document verification and validation (V&V) tests

Your Profile

Currently studying medical engineering, mechanical engineering, mechatronics or a related field
At least one year remaining until graduation
Basic experience with electronics and programming (e.g. Arduino, Raspberry Pi or similar)
Experience with CAD modelling and 3D printing
Strong hands-on prototyping skills and a track record of building things yourself
Structured, independent and solution-oriented way of working
Genuine curiosity, initiative and motivation to learn new things
English proficiency at C1 level or higher

What we offer

The opportunity to work on a real medical device with tangible clinical applications
Direct involvement in the development of a complex electromechanical system
Real responsibility and the opportunity to see your ideas become reality
Work in a collaborative and supportive environment, alongside an experienced engineering team and colleagues who are eager to help you find solutions to problems
Access to a well-equipped prototyping and development environment
Flexible working hours around your studies
Join us at an exciting stage of the company’s growth, with the opportunity to develop alongside the company, take on more responsibility over time and potentially continue working with us beyond your studies

Practical Details

Working hours: 16–20 hours per week
Starting date: As soon as possible
Work arrangement: Hybrid, with regular on-site presence whenever practical work requires it. Given the hands-on nature of this position, this will be quite often.

How to Apply

Please submit:

Your CV
A short portfolio (PDF) showcasing at least 3 hands-on projects you have personally worked on outside your regular coursework. These can be personal projects, things you’ve built in your spare time or extracurricular engineering activities. University or professional projects are welcome as well.
No cover letter required

For each project, briefly explain:

What you set out to build or achieve
What you personally designed, built or programmed
Which tools, technologies and skills you used
What challenges you encountered and how you solved them

We value authentic project documentation over polished presentations. Photos, sketches, CAD screenshots, circuit diagrams, code snippets or test results are all welcome.

Please apply only if you can demonstrate genuine hands-on engineering experience and personal initiative through your projects. We are particularly interested in what you have actually built, not just what you have studied.

We review applications based on demonstrated technical skills, personal initiative and the ability to explain previous projects. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a technical conversation where we can discuss their projects and approach to problem-solving.

Symphera is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.