Quality Engineer / Quality Engineeress

Versive / Wyss Zurich

At Versive, we are revolutionizing manual wheelchair use with our patented steering-by-leaning system. This innovation makes propulsion up to twice as efficient, enables easy one-handed propulsion, and provides a smooth, intuitive movement experience.

Initially launched as a Wyss Zurich Project in 2025, we are expanding our team to bring this groundbreaking technology to market, ultimately enhancing the mobility and activity of our users. If you are passionate about impactful design, inclusive technology, and meaningful innovation, we would love to hear from you!

The Wyss Zurich Translational Center is a distinctive accelerator integrated within ETH Zurich and the University of Zurich, focused on the burgeoning fields of regenerative medicine, robotics, and medical devices/bionics technologies. Established through a generous contribution from Swiss entrepreneur and philanthropist Dr. hc. mult. Hansjörg Wyss, Wyss Zurich fosters translational projects from ETH Zurich and/or the University of Zurich, supporting developments in treatment protocols, clinical therapies, and novel technologies.

Position: Quality Engineer

As our Quality Engineer, you will collaborate closely with the R&D team to lead our testing and quality assurance efforts. You will drive the implementation of our Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring our Class I medical devices meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

You will also help shape our agile startup culture and advocate for a shared commitment to delivering impactful, user-centered solutions.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain a QMS compliant with ISO 13485, in collaboration with Wyss Zurich QM experts.
• Drive requirements engineering in close alignment with R&D.
• Lead risk management activities, including risk assessments and mitigation planning.
• Oversee and perform in-house durability testing of our wheelchairs.
• Plan and coordinate usability and clinical evaluations.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation for CE marking.
• Liaise with external regulatory partners to ensure alignment during development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, life sciences, health sciences, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in medical device development.
• Solid knowledge of ISO 13485 and related regulatory frameworks.
• Experience with CE marking or FDA clearance for Class I medical devices (preferred).
• Training or experience in design, manufacturing, or quality control is a plus.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and team collaboration skills.
• Experience in regulatory affairs is an advantage.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and excited about working in a startup environment.
• Willing to work on-site in Zurich.

What We Offer

• A motivated, mission-driven team dedicated to improving lives.
• A culture of continuous learning, experimentation, and innovation.
• The opportunity to shape a growing company from the ground up.
• An inclusive, supportive work environment with a strong team spirit.
• Benefits aligned with the ETH Zurich employee benefits program.

We look forward to receiving your online application using the form below. Please include the following documents:

• Motivation letter
• CV
• Diplomas

Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered. For further information about us, please visit our website. If you have questions regarding the position, feel free to reach out to Stefan Villiger (stefan.villiger@wysszurich.ch) or Dr. Reto Togni (reto.togni@wysszurich.ch) (no applications).

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