Mechanical Engineer

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our product development team. In this role, you will be responsible for the mechanical design and development of single-use products and the instruments used with them. You will work on new product development with some involvement in the maintenance, improvement, and lifecycle management of existing products.

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our product development team. In this role, you will be responsible for the mechanical design and development of single-use products and the instruments used with them. You will work on new product development with some involvement in the maintenance, improvement, and lifecycle management of existing products.

About 250 employees in Finland and over 14,000 worldwide give their best at Sartorius to bring our products and services to market. We are motivated by excellence, work across international teams, and take responsibility – all while advancing knowledge with an agile and flexible approach. We put not only our minds but also our hearts into everything we do.

The Product Development team in Helsinki consists of about 20 professionals but we are an international team working closely with, for example, product management and production. This is a full–time, hybrid role. We are looking forward to shaping the future with you. 

Grow with us – Your Responsibilities  

• Design and develop the mechanics of single-use products and related instruments.
• Design injection-moulded plastic components and transfer designs into production.
• Develop new products from requirements definition through verification, production transfer, and product lifecycle management.
• Create and maintain 3D models, drawings, and other technical documentation.
• Collaborate with product management, production, quality, procurement, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Consider manufacturability, assembly, cost, quality, and usability when developing design solutions.
• Maintain existing products, create design changes, and drive continuous improvement.
• Participate in design reviews and risk management, as well as product testing and problem-solving when required.
• Take responsibility for the mechanical design of projects and, over time, have the opportunity to act as project’s technical owner.

What will convince us 

• A relevant technical degree, such as a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in designing injection-molded plastic components and transferring designs into production.
• Several years of experience with at least one 3D design software.
• Experience in technical documentation, drawing creation, and product data management.
• The ability to understand the bigger picture and move design tasks forward in a systematic manner.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Good communication skills in English; knowledge of Finnish is considered an advantage.
• A willingness to learn and a genuine interest in developing your expertise.
• Readiness to work according to the agreed hybrid working model and, when needed, from the office in collaboration with other team members.
• Experience in product development within medical devices, biotechnology, or another regulated environment is considered an advantage.

What we offer 

As a growing global life science company, stock listed on the German DAX and TecDAX, Sartorius offers a wide range of benefits: 

• Interesting and meaningful product development projects that aim to enable new and improved treatment methods and support the development of more cost-effective medicines.
• A versatile role where you can work on both new product development and the improvement of existing products.
• The opportunity to make a tangible impact on technical product solutions and their development.
• The opportunity to grow into a technical owner of projects and expand your responsibilities according to your interests and experience.
• The support of a skilled and collaborative team.
• Comprehensive onboarding and opportunities to develop your expertise.
• An international working environment and the opportunity to collaborate with experts from various fields.
• Flexible working arrangements according to the agreed hybrid working model.

Does this position align with your skills and experience? If so, please fill in your application in English by the latest on Sep 25th 2026. Please include your CV, salary expectation, and the earliest date you are available to start. We will start screening the applications already during the application period and the position will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

For more information, please contact the Manager of Sustaining Engineering EMEA, Pasi Vihinen, at +358 40 827 36 04 on Sep 15th at 14:30-15:30 EET or Sep 19th at 14:00-15:00 EET.

About Sartorius 

Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide. 

We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment.

Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application. 
www.sartorius.com/careers