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R&D Engineer – Innovating in Women’s Health

Gold Group Ltd
Falmouth
7 months ago
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R&D Engineer – Innovating in Women’s Health


Are you passionate about engineering innovation that makes a real difference!


Join a dynamic team driving advancements in medical devices and systems for Women’s Health. This role offers an incredible opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects, from concept incubation to new product development, product upgrades, and sustaining engineering.


The Role

As an R&D Engineer, you will contribute to the design and development of electro-mechanical connected systems, surgical devices, and disposables that redefine care in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Reporting directly to the R&D Director, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to bring innovative solutions to life, while ensuring compliance with rigorous safety and quality standards.


What You’ll Do:

  • Engineering Innovation:
  • Design and develop advanced components and assemblies using first principles.
  • Create and debug electrical systems compliant with 60601 EMC and safety standards.
  • Prototype, test, and validate new concepts and designs.
  • Build simulation models to optimize product performance.


Project Excellence:

  • Manage tasks and deliverables to meet project goals on time and within budget.
  • Participate in design reviews and implement DFMA principles.
  • Identify and mitigate project risks through proactive collaboration.


Organizational Impact:

  • Assess new opportunities and competitive products to enhance offerings.
  • Contribute to the selection of cutting-edge tools and techniques.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure efficient and timely delivery of business outcomes.


What You’ll Bring:

Essential Qualifications:

  • Proficiency in electronic design (e.g., Altium) and medical device development.
  • Strong understanding of DFMA, statistical methods, and engineering first principles.
  • Hands-on skills in building, prototyping, and troubleshooting systems.
  • Experience drafting test protocols and reports.


Preferred Skills:

  • Knowledge of SPI, I2C, CAN buses.
  • Expertise in electro-mechanical, robotic, or digital systems.
  • Familiarity with FEA and simulation modeling.
  • Background in Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) and innovation processes.


Education & Experience:

  • Minimum: BSc biomedical engineering, electronics, or related fields.
  • Cross-disciplinary expertise (e.g., mechatronics, electro-mechanical systems) is highly desirable.


Why Join?

  • Contribute to life-changing innovations in women’s health and reproductive technologies.
  • Work on exciting, varied projects ranging from simple disposables to complex robotic systems.
  • Collaborate with a global team of passionate professionals.
  • Enjoy a mix of office-based and hands-on engineering lab work.


Location:

This role is primarily site-based in Falmouth, Cornwall with the opportunity to WFH.


Take the Next Step

Be part of a team that’s transforming healthcare and making a tangible difference in people’s lives. Apply today and help create the future of medical technology!

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