Lead Medical Device Engineer — Diagnostics Hardware

Novacyt; Manchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Life Assurance

Private Healthcare

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Yourgene Health in Manchester is seeking a Medical Device Engineer to lead assembly, testing, and optimisation of electronic instrumentation systems for diagnostic products. You will supervise two Device Assembly Technicians and collaborate with R&D and Operations teams.

Responsibilities include calibration, verification, trouble-shooting, and maintaining quality documentation within the Quality Management System. Strong adherence to safety and ISO 13485 practices is valued.

Qualifications

• HNC or above in Mechatronics Engineering, Engineering Physics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in electronic device assembly or testing.
• Working knowledge of IEC 61010-1 safety requirements.
• Proficiency with PCB layout software such as Eagle or KiCAD.
• Practical electrical skills — fault finding, multimeters, oscilloscopes, soldering.
• Experience with ISO 13485 Quality Management Systems (beneficial).
• Basic software/firmware development experience (beneficial).
• Experience with ERP systems (beneficial).
• Strong planning, organisational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and calibrate instrumentation systems, including sensors, transmitters, and PCB boards.
• Test and verify assembled systems to ensure accurate measurement, correct function, and quality compliance.
• Diagnose and resolve issues arising during assembly or testing using fault-finding skills.
• Maintain detailed documentation of assembly processes, test results, and calibration procedures in line with Quality Management System.
• Drive continuous improvement to streamline assembly workflows and reduce device costs.
• Manage component stock levels to meet forecasted demand accurately.
• Adhere to safety protocols, industry regulations, and quality control standards.

Skills

Electrical fault finding

Documentation

Independent working

Education

HNC or above in Mechatronics / Engineering Physics

Tools

Eagle

KiCAD

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

ERP systems

Job description

Yourgene Health in Manchester is seeking a Medical Device Engineer to lead assembly, testing, and optimisation of electronic instrumentation systems for diagnostic products. You will supervise two Device Assembly Technicians and collaborate with R&D and Operations teams.

Responsibilities include calibration, verification, trouble-shooting, and maintaining quality documentation within the Quality Management System. Strong adherence to safety and ISO 13485 practices is valued.