Mechanical Engineer

Job description

Mechanical Engineers – Life Science & Healthcare

Cambridge, UK | Full-time | Permanent

We're working with a leading Cambridge-based technology consultancy that is expanding its Mechanical Engineering capability across Life Science and Healthcare.

This opportunity offers the chance to work on a broad range of technically challenging and commercially impactful projects, from early-stage concept development through to product realisation and manufacture.

The Role

You will contribute to the design and development of innovative products across areas such as:

• Drug delivery devices (injectables, inhalation, combination products)
• Diagnostics and laboratory instrumentation
• Surgical and minimally invasive devices
• Complex electromechanical systems

Depending on experience, responsibilities may include:

• Concept generation, detailed design, and system architecture development
• Engineering analysis, prototyping, and technical problem solving
• Design for manufacture and transfer to production
• Working within regulated environments (e.g. ISO 13485)
• Collaborating within multidisciplinary teams (electronics, software, science)
• Engaging with clients and contributing to technical direction

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience in product development within medtech, life science, or a similarly regulated industry
• Strong fundamentals in mechanical design, analysis, and manufacturing processes
• Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks or similar
• Understanding of design controls and risk management processes is beneficial
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

The Environment

This is a consultancy setting, offering exposure to a variety of technologies, clients, and development challenges. The role suits engineers who are adaptable, technically curious, and motivated by solving complex problems.

Location

Cambridge-based, with on-site collaboration expected.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cambridge

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Profession type

Manufacturing / Industrial

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English