Biomedical Project Engineer

James Fisher and Sons plc; Westhill; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering services company is seeking a Biomedical Project Engineer based in Westhill with a hybrid working model. The role focuses on developing biomedical solutions and managing the engineering lifecycle. Candidates need a degree in Biomedical Engineering or equivalent experience, along with prior experience in product development and PLM tools. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and clear career development pathways, fostering an inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Company Pension

Early finish on Fridays

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Biomedical Engineering or equivalent, or equivalent industry experience.
• Prior experience in biomedical new product development.
• Proven experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools for engineering documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering design input to new systems and products.
• Liaise with internal departments for technical solutions.
• Create part numbers and engineering documentation.

Skills

Biomedical Engineering

Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)

Software Development

Test and Verification

ISO 13485 Compliance

Education

Degree in Biomedical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

About The Role

Biomedical Project Engineer

Westhill with Hybrid Working

Full-Time, Permanent

The Role

As a Biomedical Project Engineer, you’ll be at the forefront of developing cutting‑edge biomedical solutions across our dynamic product portfolio. From concept development to end‑of‑life, you’ll support the entire engineering lifecycle, ensuring every solution is robust, innovative, and impactful.

You’ll champion safety, quality, and compliance while balancing cost and schedule to achieve outstanding results. If you’re passionate about pushing boundaries and innovation, this is your chance to make a real difference.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide engineering design input to new systems and products and provide support to the existing product range by assessing technical queries.
• Liaise with internal JFD departments such as sales, supply chain and production to ensure the best technical solution is provided in all instances.
• Creation of part numbers and bill of materials and sourcing suitable components and materials when required.
• Creation of engineering documentation such as specifications, proposals, assembly instructions, test procedures, certification and reports and checking detailed manufacturing drawings and documentation.
• Ensuring engineering solutions are provided on time and on budget and adhere to engineering and company standards and processes (compliance to internal and external standards and regulations).

What We’re Looking For

• Degree‑qualified in Biomedical Engineering or equivalent, or equivalent industry experience.
• Prior experience in biomedical new product development.
• Proven experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools for engineering documentation and compliance.
• Software development experience would be advantageous.
• Medical device test and verification experience would be advantageous.
• Experience working within a medical quality management system would be advantageous (e.g. ISO 13485). Why join us?
• Early finish on Fridays.
• Competitive salary and benefits package aligned with experience (Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, Cycle to work scheme, Company Pension, etc.).
• Clear pathways for career development and organisational visibility.
• Inclusive and supportive culture that values individual contributions.
• Meaningful work with impact across safety, innovation, and global operations.

About Us

James Fisher is a global engineering services company operating across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. With a strong heritage in maritime operations, we now deliver innovative solutions in challenging environments. Our One James Fisher strategy is focused on building a unified, sustainable business within the Blue Economy, driving progress through technology, expertise, and collaboration.

James Fisher Defence (JFD), part of the James Fisher Group, is a global leader in underwater capability, delivering cutting‑edge diving, submarine rescue, and hyperbaric solutions to both commercial and defence markets. Operating worldwide, JFD is the foremost provider of submarine rescue services and a trusted name in submarine escape training. We’re also at the forefront of hyperbaric rescue innovation and a leading supplier of advanced diving equipment and saturation systems across the industry.

Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce.