Publisert: 21.10.21

About the position

We need you to join our small and engaged team developing cutting-edge exoskeletons. You will have the responsibility and opportunity to work with mechanical product development and design, but also work with and learn about robotics, electronics, and software. We develop our product closely with users and customers, and you will work in a design thinking process, where user participation, prototyping, and testing are central.  Vilje Bionics is in an exciting development phase, and you get the opportunity to shape your position.

You will also have a central role in further developing the start-up Vilje Bionics to become a major Norwegian actor in medical technology. You will get the opportunity to travel and represent Vilje Bionics at fairs and conferences for medical aids, as well as visit customers and users.

Your tasks will include:

• Development of mechanical systems and components for a motorized arm exoskeleton
• Ergonomics and physical interaction between the user and the aid
• Integration of electronics into mechanical systems
• Product design and 3D modeling
• Planning and implementation of prototype production, as well as testing

About you

You must have a higher education degree (MSc/BSc) in engineering (mechanical, industrial design, or another relevant engineering discipline). It is an advantage if you have experience in product development, product design or prototyping and manufacturing, but it is not a requirement. We have a great focus on personal development, in Vilje Bionics you are going to jump into new tasks and learn to master what you are trying to do.

We are looking for a colleague who is interested in medical technology and wants to work in a company where your job makes a difference in other people's lives. We are looking for you who are:

• Engaged:  You commit to the company’s vision and mission and want to make an extra effort for the team’s success. 
• A team player: You can work with others to find exciting opportunities and good solutions. You contribute where it's needed, help everyone work better, are not afraid to speak up about issues, and want to become a better team player yourself.
• Independent and a problem solver: You dare to take on a challenge, are not afraid to embark on tasks you have never done before, and are not afraid to fail. You can quickly familiarize yourself with how to do things. You will find your tasks and seek help from colleagues and externals when needed.
• Proficient in writing in English: You communicate and write neatly in English. It is an advantage if you also can speak and write in Norwegian, but it is not required.

We offer

• An exciting and incredibly meaningful permanent job in social offices at Aleap in Oslo Science Park.
• Flexible working hours, competitive salary, and the possibility of becoming a shareholder in the company.
• A unique opportunity to join the growth of an innovative start-up at an early stage.
• Motivating and varying tasks, freedom, and responsibility in your work from the first day
• Work in a business where you get to see the value of your contributions right away. A business that is small enough for your contribution to be making a big difference but established enough to give you the tools you need.
• Build a large network within medical technology and entrepreneurship through colleagues, start-ups, and established companies, partners, and mentors.
• An engaging, innovative, and social working environment facilitating work/life balance.

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Om Vilje Bionics

Profil

Vilje Bionics is a medical exoskeleton startup based in Oslo, Norway. Our purpose is to improve the lives of people with arm and hand disabilities by providing them with the world’s first wearable robotic exoskeletons for the entire arm that can enhance their mobility and independence. We are a passionate team of engineers, designers, business developers, and health professionals that are committed to making a positive impact on people's lives.

At Vilje Bionics, we hire people, not roles. We foster active collaboration, sharing knowledge, experiences, and challenges. We continuously adapt to the needs of users and stakeholders, working with agility and at a fast pace. We trust each other, delegate responsibilities and help and encourage each other in tackling new challenges. In addition, we highly value a social work environment, work-life balance where we all enjoy the journey of building a company.