Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer - contract

Location: White City, London

The Role

We have a vacancy for a Mechanical Engineer in our Engineering team in London. The Mechanical Engineer will contribute to the development of a commercial, integrated diagnostic device and research novel technological solutions to challenging problems. The candidate will be a creative individual with strong engineering fundamentals who is comfortable contributing to multi-disciplinary teams of scientists and engineers to solve challenging problems.

Duties and Responsibilities

Plan and manage own engineering development projects autonomously and independently.
Support the migration of 3rd party CAD data into the company's PDM system in compliance with ISO13485 standards.
Devise and apply novel design methodologies to solve complex problems based on sound engineering fundamentals.
Conceptualise, design, and test prototype components, systems, and processes to meet product requirements.
Produce detailed CAD models of mechanical parts, assemblies, and output BOMs and manufacturing drawings in compliance with GD&T standards BS8888.
Design, plan, and conduct laboratory experiments to understand and optimise parameters for cartridge-based biochemistry test platforms.
Compile, analyse, and interpret experimental results and data within an ISO13485 environment.
Record, document, and present summarised results to internal and external stakeholders.
Provide technical advice on the integration of science and engineering-related aspects of the NGS platform.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Higher degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent employment experience, with knowledge of mechanical, fluidics, and electronics fundamentals applied to the Medical or Life Science sector.
Knowledge and experience of manufacturing techniques such as die casting, injection moulding, and diffusion bonding.
Experience with 3D CAD design (SolidWorks).
Ability to demonstrate an understanding of stage gate design processes, with first-hand experience using SolidWorks PDM.
Ability to utilise knowledge of microfluidics, pneumatics, fluid control, temperature control, and sensor integration to inform the design of components.
Ability to translate CAD data for rapid prototyping technologies.
Practical hands-on prototyping experience using CNC milling, 3D printing, laser cutting, plastic diffusion bonding, and plastic film lamination.
Experience completing technical QC documentation and working in an ISO13485 regulated environment.
Proven ability to analyse and communicate experimental results clearly to internal and external stakeholders