Senior Design Engineer - Medical Devices

A new opportunity has arisen for an accomplished Senior Designer to join a dynamic research and development team working on advanced visualisation technologies for minimally invasive surgery. The role offers the chance to shape innovative products enhancing safety and outcomes in the medical device sector, with scope for rapid professional growth.

Position Overview

Job Title: Senior Designer (Medical Devices)
Salary: C £60,000, negotiable subject to experience
Location:Nottingham (with hybrid/home working flexibility)
Reporting to: Head of Research & Development

Key Responsibilities

Develop and iterate products for a novel surgical visualisation platform, from early-stage concepts to fully-fledged devices
Generate creative solutions to complex design challenges through ideation and rapid prototyping
Conduct hands-on prototype testing to assess strengths and weaknesses
Prepare documentation for design control and validation processes
Independently plan and manage individual programmes and contribute to R&D strategy
Collaborate with internal management and external vendors within the development programme
Assist with management and development of intellectual property

Essential Requirements

First or upper second-class degree in mechanical/biomedical engineering or industrial design
Minimum two years' experience in medical device design, including work in ISO13485 environments and preparation of design control/validation documentation
Highly creative problem-solving capabilities

Desirable Skills and Personal Traits

Advanced CAD/CAM skills (SolidWorks preferred)
Experience with physical prototyping, manufacturing processes, and mould flow analysis
Project planning and time management proficiency
Strong presentation and communication skills for technical/non-technical audiences
Ability to learn rapidly, self-motivate, and work independently
Fluent in English, with excellent report writing and MS Office skills
Forward planner, reliable, empathic communicator, and collaborative team player
Willing and able to travel, flexible to occasional extended working hours, and possesses a clean or near-clean driving licence

Career Development

Potential for management responsibility and growth as the team develops
Exposure to advanced R&D and collaboration with expert engineers and software professionals

Application Process

Applicants must be EU nationals or have permanent leave to remain in the UK. To apply, please submit a CV and portfolio of your work, if available.

This is a unique chance to join an exciting start-up environment focused on innovation and high-quality results in medical technology development