Dentsply Sirona ist der weltweit größte Anbieter von Dentalprodukten- und technologien und unterstützt Zahnärzte und Zahntechniker dabei, eine bessere, schnellere und sicherere Versorgung in allen zahnmedizinischen Bereichen anzubieten. Wir sind stolz darauf, bevorzugter Partner für Zahnarztpraxen, Kliniken, Dentallabore und autorisierte Vertriebshändler weltweit zu sein. Der Hauptfirmensitz von Dentsply Sirona befindet sich in Charlotte, North Carolina. So fortschrittlich die Zahnmedizin heute auch schon ist, unser globales Team wird die unglaubliche Entwicklung in der Dentalmedizin und die moderne Patientenversorgung auf globaler Ebene weiter vorantreiben. Unsere Aktien sind an der US-Technikbörse NASDAQ unter dem Kürzel XRAY notiert. www.dentsplysirona.com.
Product Development Engineer (m/f/d) with Focus on Biological Evaluation of Dental Medical Devices
We are an innovative, internationally operating company in the field of dental medicine. For our product development team, we are looking for talented and motivated colleagues who want to shape progress with us—whether you are a recent graduate or an experienced professional!
Your Responsibilities:
Research & Development of New Dental Products
* Designing, planning, and implementing prototypes to create innovative dental solutions and technologies
* Coordinating biological tests in close collaboration with external testing laboratories (focus for junior candidates)
* Conducting literature and patent research to support modern product concepts
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
* Working in international, cross-site teams from R&D, Engineering, Production, Regulatory Affairs, and Product Management/Marketing (focus for junior candidates)
* Creating reports, presentations, and technical documentation (in both German and English) (focus for junior candidates)
Regulatory Affairs & Quality Standards
* Planning and performing biological evaluations of medical devices according to ISO 10993 (e.g., cytotoxicity, sensitization, irritation)
* Compiling technical dossiers for regulatory approvals (FDA, CE/MDR) (focus for junior candidates)
* Ensuring compliance with all relevant standards and regulatory requirements
Project Management & Innovation
* Independently leading and managing development projects including resource and timeline management
* Structured problem-solving and continuous product improvement
Process and Quality Optimization
* Optimizing product features and clinical workflows through targeted testing and data analysis
* Supporting risk analyses, validation, and quality control processes (focus for junior candidates)
Your Profile:
* Successfully completed scientific or technical degree (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Physics, Engineering, or similar)
* Interest in and ideally knowledge of toxicology, preferably with a focus on medical technology
* Enjoyment of technology, analytical thinking, and innovation
* Willingness to quickly familiarize yourself with new topics and work across disciplines
* Team player with strong communication skills and a structured, self-driven work style
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills in German and English
Desirable Qualifications:
* Experience in the biological evaluation of medical devices in accordance with ISO 10993
* Knowledge of regulatory requirements (e.g., MDR, 21 CFR 820, and FDA guidelines) and dental product standards