Manufacturing Engineer

Project Development Engineer / Manufacturing Engineer

Location:

Worcester (site-based)
Salary:
Competitive (dependent on experience)
Sector:
Medical Devices / Advanced Manufacturing
Type:
Full-time, Permanent

An innovative and rapidly growing medical device manufacturer is seeking a Project Development / Manufacturing Engineer to support the next phase of commercialisation and manufacturing excellence.

The business operates within a highly regulated ISO
13485 environment and is committed to delivering market-leading orthopaedic implant solutions. Backed by private investment, the organisation is focused on scaling operations while maintaining exceptional quality and compliance standards.

This is a hands‑on, detail‑driven engineering position focused on driving manufacturing processes toward zero defects, improving process capability, and enhancing operational performance.

• Develop, evaluate and improve manufacturing methods
• Analyse process deviations, trends and performance data
• Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean tools (Kaizen, VSM, PFMEA)
• Program and operate CNC machinery (including CAD/CAM interfaces such as Alpha
  
  CAM)
• Support validation, documentation and regulatory compliance (ISO
  13485, GMP)
• Assist in SOP creation, risk assessments (PUWER, COSHH) and training materials
• Maintain production equipment and optimise output
• Liaise with design and planning teams to ensure manufacturability
• Contribute to KPI reporting and structured project planning

This role offers exposure to new product introduction (NPI) and bespoke implant manufacturing within a regulated medical environment.

• Degree, HND or HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or similar discipline)
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a manufacturing engineering role
• Experience with in a regulated manufacturing environment (medical devices preferred)
• Strong understanding of CNC machining & CAD/CAM (Alpha
  
  CAM desirable)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience with Lean manufacturing tools
• Knowledge of ISO
  13485 and GMP principles
• Strong problem‑solving and project delivery skills
• Experience with Solid Works advantageous

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Free on‑site parking
• Opportunity to join a scaling, high‑tech medical manufacturer
• Exposure to regulatory approvals and product commercialisation
• Strong focus on continuous improvement and engineering excellence

If you are a proactive Manufacturing / Development Engineer looking to work in a high‑quality, regulated medical environment where your improvements directly impact patient outcomes, we would welcome your application.

Client does not offer sponsor ships.

We champion diversity and innovation. Applications are encouraged regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, background, age, or identity.