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Medical Devices Consultant - Senior Mechanical Engineer

Newton Colmore
Cambridge
2 weeks ago
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Medical Devices Consultant – Senior Mechanical Engineer – Cambridge
Due to the growth of a leading Medical Devices organisation, we are currently seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer, Project Manager, Medical Devices Inventor, or Mechanical Design Consultant for a newly approved role. The company is based in Cambridge and boasts some of the most impressive labs globally, which they are currently enhancing even further.


Responsibilities

  • Lead projects, coordinating with third‑party stakeholders and applying hands‑on skills to develop new Medical Devices.
  • Collaborate with experts in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, Electronics Design, Electronics Engineering, Physical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences and related disciplines essential for inventing Medical Technology.
  • Serve as a consultant or project manager, interacting with external partners and contributing directly to product development.

Qualifications

  • Several years of experience in Mechanical Design of Medical Devices; industry experience as a Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Designer for Medical Devices is a minimum.
  • Familiarity with any 3D CAD tool; knowledge of SolidWorks is advantageous.
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field is preferred but experience takes precedence.
  • Background in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, Electronics Design, Electronics Engineering, Physical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences or related areas is expected.

Experience

Applicants may range from candidates stepping up to a Senior Mechanical Engineer role to individuals with several years of experience as a Medical Devices Consultant or Senior Mechanical Engineer.


Benefits

  • Excellent salary (commensurate with experience), substantial bonus, generous pension plan and healthcare coverage.
  • Complimentary meals throughout the day, life assurance, access to social clubs, wellness programs, onsite gym and other exceptional perks.
  • Opportunities for continuous learning and career development.

Contact

For more information, please feel free to call Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices Recruitment and Scientific Recruitment Specialist at Newton Colmore, at (phone number removed). Alternatively, you can submit an application, and a member of our team at Newton Colmore will contact you.


Recruitment Agency

Newton Colmore Consulting is a specialised recruitment company operating within the fields of Medical Devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance and Field Service Engineering sectors.


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