Visualization Engineer

Acara Solutions is seeking an experienced Visualization Engineer to drive the development and integration of advanced imaging systems for next-generation medical devices. This hands-on role blends design, prototyping, and system integration with collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to deliver cutting-edge visualization solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead integration of CMOS image sensors with both custom and off-the-shelf imaging subsystems.
• Design, prototype, and optimize fiber bundle and LED illumination assemblies for compact visualization systems.
• Apply DFMA principles to millimeter-scale optical and electronic components and subassemblies.
• Develop custom PCBs for imaging and illumination systems using PCB layout software.
• Create CAD models for assembly fixtures, precision enclosures, and integration hardware.
• Collaborate with mechanical, clinical, regulatory, and manufacturing teams for seamless system integration.
• Partner with OEMs and suppliers to source, validate, and qualify imaging and illumination components.
• Prepare technical documentation, including drawings, BOMs, assembly procedures, and design history files.
• Support design verification testing and prototype performance characterization.
• Participate in design reviews, FMEA risk assessments, and overall design control activities.

This role offers the opportunity to shape the visualization capabilities of innovative medical devices from concept to market.

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical, Optical, Biomedical, Mechatronics, or a related engineering field-preferably with a focus on electronics, optics, or medical devices.
• Minimum 5 to 10 years of engineering experience; experience in medical devices or other highly regulated industries (aerospace, automotive) is strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with CMOS image sensors or fiber optic imaging systems.
• Experience integrating LEDs and optical systems in small-form-factor devices.
• Ability to design electronics and optical subsystems at the millimeter scale, with a focus on manufacturability and assembly.
• Proficiency in designing printed circuit boards using KiCAD, Eagle, Altium, or similar software.
• Comfortable using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) to design housings, fixtures, and enclosures.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, organizational skills, and the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly.

• Knowledge of ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and FDA QSR medical device design controls.
• Experience with IEC 60601 or other medical device safety standards.
• Familiarity with image signal processing and embedded system design.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced startup environment with evolving priorities