Chief Mechanical Engineer

Platform Recruitment; Coventry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Coventry seeks a Chief Mechanical Engineer to lead medical device development projects. You will manage multidisciplinary teams and drive innovative solutions, all within a framework compliant with ISO 13485. This role offers competitive pay, additional bonuses, and the chance to work on life-changing medical products in a supportive environment that fosters professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary with paid overtime

Additional bonus payments

37-hour working week

Up to 32 days' annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Private health insurance

Qualifications

• Experience with medical product development under ISO 13485.
• Ability to oversee complex projects and budgets.
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes like injection moulding.

Responsibilities

• Lead medical device development projects within ISO 13485 framework.
• Guide cross-functional teams in project delivery.
• Prepare proposals and pitch to clients.

Skills

Project management

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Financial management

Creative problem-solving

Client relationship-building

Education

1st or 2:1 degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAE tools

Job description

About the Role

As a Chief Mechanical Engineer in the Medical department, you'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of designers, engineers, and project specialists to deliver exceptional medical and scientific products that make a real impact. You'll be responsible for planning, managing, and technically leading a wide variety of complex product development programmes—balancing creativity, quality, cost, and timelines.

• Lead and manage the delivery of medical device and scientific product development projects within an ISO 13485-compliant framework.
• Oversee technical, commercial, and project management aspects—from team organisation and budgeting to timeline control and risk management.
• Act as technical lead, guiding and reviewing the work of cross-functional teams (mechanical, electronics, software, and design).
• Support business growth by preparing proposals, pitching to clients, and developing strategic partnerships.
• Represent the organisation at medical industry conferences, trade shows, and seminars (including international events).
• Contribute to marketing and thought leadership through presentations, articles, and case studies.
• Drive innovative problem-solving and engineering excellence across projects.

About You

• Proven experience delivering successful medical product development projects under ISO 13485 or similar quality systems.
• Ideally, experience in a consultancy or multi-client environment.
• Strong commercial awareness and financial management skills, with the ability to plan, quote, and oversee complex projects.
• Excellent communication and client relationship-building skills.
• A 1st or 2:1 degree (or equivalent qualification) in Mechanical Engineering from a top university
• Hands-on experience with CAE tools, design validation, and a wide range of manufacturing -processes and materials, particularly high-volume methods such as injection moulding.
• A strong track record of leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering successful outcomes.
• Creative, detail-oriented, and passionate about improving lives through innovation.
• Eligibility to work in the UK and willingness to work on-site at our development studio.

What's On Offer

• The opportunity to collaborate with world‑class engineers, scientists, and designers on products that make a tangible difference to people's lives.
• The chance to lead projects from concept to launch, shaping IP, improving usability, sustainability, and performance.
• Exposure to leading global medical and scientific brands.
• Continuous professional development through structured mentoring and training.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with paid overtime and profit‑related bonuses.
• Additional mid‑year and end‑of‑year bonus payments (equivalent to up to 3% of base salary).
• 37‑hour working week with early finish on Fridays.
• Up to 32 days' annual leave with service recognition.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Subsidised sports and social activities, including regular team events.
• Cycle‑to‑work and childcare voucher schemes.
• Private health insurance (based on seniority and service)