Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Industry: Medical Devices

Salary: £60k-£73k (dependent on experience)

Location: Cambridge

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to join an innovative technology company developing cutting-edge medical devices. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in the development of precision mechanical systems for next-generation drug delivery products, taking designs from early-stage concepts through to high-volume manufacture

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of designs from concept through to production
• Develop precision mechanical components and assemblies
• Produce 3D CAD drawings and supporting documentation
• Support prototype builds, testing, and engineering investigations
• Apply DFM and DFA principles to optimise designs for scalable production
• Assess tolerance stack-ups and the impact of manufacturing variation on performance

Key Skills & Experience

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Previous experience developing medical devices is a must
• Strong 3D CAD skills
• Knowledge of injection moulding and high-volume manufacturing processes is a must
• Understanding of precision mechanisms and tolerance analysis
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple technical workstreams

If you're looking to join a business that combines technical excellence, creativity, and innovation while working on a wide variety of challenging product development projects, then apply with a copy of your CV.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cambridge

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

17-09-2026

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