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Join a team that is changing millions of lives. 

Transforming smiles, changing lives. 

At Align Technology, we believe a great smile can transform a person’s life, so we create technology that gives people the confidence to take on whatever’s next. We revolutionized the orthodontic industry with the introduction of the Invisalign system, and we have never lost sight of that spirit of innovation. Our diverse and collaborative teams are constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. 

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We are currently seeking a talented Opto-Mechanical Designer to join our R&D team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the design and development of opto-mechanical systems, with a focus on medical device development. With a strong background in mechanical engineering and experience in opto-mechanical design, the ideal candidate will contribute to the creation of cutting-edge medical devices that positively impact dental healthcare worldwide.

In this role, you will… 

• Design and develop opto-mechanical systems for medical dental devices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including optical engineers, electrical engineers, and industrial designers, to ensure seamless integration of optical and mechanical components.
• Utilize CAD software (SolidWorks is advantage) to create detailed designs, prototypes, and engineering drawings.
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and performance evaluations for opto-mechanical systems.
• Optimize designs for manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory compliance.
• Work closely with manufacturing teams to oversee the fabrication and assembly of opto-mechanical components.
• Perform thermodynamics analysis to optimize system performance and thermal management.
• Stay up to date with advancements in opto-mechanical technologies and contribute innovative ideas to project teams.

A part of the mechanical R&D group.

In addition to the membership in the mechanical group he/she will be a member in HW team. As a member in such group, he/she will fulfill a rule of mechanic consultant/task leader.

In this role, you’ll need … 

• BSc degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university.
• 3-4 years of proven experience in mechanical design activities in a high-tech company.
• Experience in medical device development is an advantage.
• Proven experience in opto-mechanical design.
• Experience in electronic packaging design.
• Experience in plastic parts designs – Advantage.
• Experience in multidisciplinary product design, preferably in medical devices (advantage).
• SolidWorks Simulation skills are an advantage.
• Fluent in PC operation skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

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About Align   

Align Technology is a publicly traded medical device company that is transforming smiles and changing lives. Our global team of talented employees develop innovative technology, tools and treatment options to help dental professionals worldwide achieve the clinical results they expect. Our digital ecosystem combines the power of technology to create beautiful smiles through the integration of AI and machine learning, digital imaging and visualization, biomechanics and material science to develop the Invisalign system, the most advanced clear aligner system in the world; iTero Intraoral Scanners and OrthoCAD digital services. Did you know? Align is the world’s largest manufacturer of custom 3D-printed materials.   

By joining Align, you will be part of a global, fast-growing company in one of the most dynamic industries. Great people, innovative technologies, and meaningful work – these are just some of the things employees say make Align Technology a great place to work.   

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Global Diversity Statement:

At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we will continue building a workforce of diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences and fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion for all our employees. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities. All with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time.

Equal Opportunity Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity in all of our employment practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation or gender identity or expression or any other legally protected category. Applicants for positions with Align must be legally authorized to work in the country which they are applying for and verification of employment eligibility will be required as a condition of hire.