Product Design & Engineering Services for Medical Devices & E-Mobility
Integrated Product Development | Medical Device Design | E-Mobility Engineering | Netherlands-Based
Portfolio
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![Protein interaction sensing instrument in life science lab.]()
Delta Life Science
Lead system designer. From functional model to production in 7 months.
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![Boy with muscular weakness using the prototype arm support device.]()
A-gear | Duchenne
Arm support for people with muscular weakness. Idea to prototype.
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![Electric hydrofoil watercraft.]()
Seatfoil.com
Founder. From idea to product. Electric hydrofoiler.
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![Electric hydrofoil powerboat.]()
Edorado Marine
Mechanical design of subsystems of the boat. Image with courtesy of Edorado.
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![Blood analyzing instrument.]()
RRmechatronics.com
Optical blood analysis. Redesign for medical compliance
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![Electric outboard motor for marine industry.]()
Propel.me
Electric outboard. Integrating electronics and hydraulics
Services
Product Design & Engineering Services for Medical Devices & E-Mobility
The Blue Compass provides expert product design and engineering services for companies developing medical devices, e-mobility solutions, and innovative consumer products. With over 17 years of R&D experience, we transform your product concepts into functional, manufacturable, and market-ready solutions.
About Peter Kooren - Lead Product Design Engineer
Peter Kooren is the founder of The Blue Compass, bringing 17+ years of integrated product development expertise. With a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Delft University of Technology, Peter has successfully led product design and engineering projects from initial concept through production for leading companies including Philips, Amsterdam UMC, and innovative startups.
Specializations:
Medical device design and engineering
E-mobility product development
Integrated product development
Mechanical engineering and CAD design
Prototyping and manufacturing optimization
How We Work
The Blue Compass offers flexible engagement models tailored to your needs:
- On-site Integration: Fully embedded within your team
- Remote Collaboration: Distributed product development support
- Hybrid Approach: Combination of on-site and remote work
Colleagues describe Peter as a creative, responsible engineer with outstanding listening skills and a proven ability to bridge gaps between technical teams and stakeholders.
Core competences
Integrated product development and modelling
Requirements engineering
3D & 2D CAD (Solidworks, Creo, Catia, Fusion360)
Feedback control
Design for assembly & manufacturing
Strength and stiffness analysis (FEM)
Design of experiments
Verification & validation
Prototyping
Mechatronics
Fluid dynamics
Clients
Reviews
Kin Fatt Phoon / Director Mechanical Development IGT Systems at Philips
“Peter’s strengths lie in his ability to work closely with colleagues, foster teamwork, and identify opportunities for design improvements. He is proactive in seeking better solutions, open to feedback, and always ready to contribute to discussions that drive engineering excellence. His technical understanding, combined with his strong interpersonal skills, allows him to bridge gaps between different stakeholders and ensure alignment in the design process.
With his ability to quickly adapt, think critically, and engage effectively with teams, Peter has made a meaningful impact on our projects.”
Frequently Asked Questions
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We specialize in medical devices and e-mobility solutions. Our expertise spans integrated product development, mechanical engineering, electronics integration, and manufacturing optimization.
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Peter brings 17+ years of R&D and product development experience. He holds a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Delft University of Technology and has successfully led projects for Philips, Amsterdam UMC, and multiple scale-ups and startups.
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Yes. We have extensive experience in medical device design, engineering, and compliance. Our services include design for medical compliance, verification and validation, and manufacturing optimization for healthcare products.
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As the founder of Seatfoil (an award-nominated electric hydrofoil watercraft), Peter has hands-on experience in e-mobility product development from concept to market launch. We can assist with electric vehicle design, power systems, and sustainable mobility solutions.
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We are proficient in multiple CAD platforms including Solidworks, Creo, Catia, and Fusion360. We can work with our own CAD software, your existing CAD environment or recommend the best tool for your project.
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We offer flexible engagement models: on-site integration within your team, remote collaboration, or hybrid approaches. We adapt to your organizational structure and project needs.
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Project timelines vary based on complexity and scope. Our portfolio demonstrates successful delivery of medical devices from functional model to production in 7 months, though timelines depend on your specific requirements.
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Yes. We provide prototyping services, design for manufacturing optimization, and support for transitioning designs to production. The Blue Compass has an FDM 3D printer in house.
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Absolutely. We have experience redesigning products for medical compliance, manufacturing efficiency, and performance optimization. Our design of experiments (DOE) methodology helps identify optimal design solutions.
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Based in Haarlem, North Holland, The Blue Compass serves clients throughout the Netherlands, and beyond. Our location in the Amsterdam region provides access to leading medical institutions, innovative startups, and established manufacturers.
Service Areas: - Netherlands (Haarlem, Amsterdam, Randstad region) - European Union - Remote collaboration available globally
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Contact us to discuss your product development challenges. We'll explore how our expertise can support your project goals.
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