Senior Design Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end product development from initial concept through detailed design, manufacture, and product launch
• Own system architecture, concept generation, and detailed mechanical design of medical device products
• Create and maintain 3D CAD models, assemblies, and full production drawings using Solid Works
• Oversee prototyping, testing, verification, and validation activities to ensure product performance and compliance
• Apply DFM/DFA principles to support efficient, scalable, and cost-effective manufacturing
• Work within ISO 13485 design controls, supporting risk management, design history files, and technical documentation
• Manage external suppliers, manufacturers, and test partners to deliver project milestones
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timelines, quality, and technical standards are met

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or a related discipline
• 5+ years' experience in mechanical design and product development within a regulated or high-performance environment
• Background in medical devices, regulated products, or advanced consumer technology (highly desirable)
• Proven experience owning complex development programmes with strong project management capability
• Advanced Solid Works experience covering design, assemblies, and production documentation
• Strong hands-on experience designing plastics, sheet metal, and electromechanical assemblies
• Basic understanding of electronics and integration within mechanical systems
• Familiarity with ISO-regulated development environments and structured design processes
• Highly organised, detail-driven, and solutions-focused, with a collaborative working style

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