Mechanical Design Engineer

Blatchford; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global prosthetics manufacturer is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their dynamic R&D team. You will be responsible for originating innovative designs of medical devices, developing complex CAD geometry and leading simulations. Candidates must have a degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering, with proven experience in a CAD environment. Competitive benefits including hybrid working, 25 days holiday, and a health cash plan are offered.

Benefits

25 days holiday – increased after service

Option to purchase additional holiday

Flexible, hybrid working

Pension

Death in Service

On Demand Pay

Health cash plan

Discounted shopping/leisure activity vouchers

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering required.
• Experience with CAD tools essential.
• Ability to work within a regulated industry is a must.

Responsibilities

• Originate innovative designs of medical devices.
• Develop complex CAD geometry and oversee digital simulations.
• Liaise with engineering and clinical partners to generate solutions.

Skills

Proven Experience operating within a CAD environment

Previous experience operating within a highly regulated industry

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to manage time effectively

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering

Job description

Posted Thursday 21 August 2025 at 01:00 | Expires Saturday 20 September 2025 at 00:59

Blatchford is a multi-award-winning, global, manufacturer of some of the world’s most advanced prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices.

Our evidence-based approach and commitment to continuously challenge possibilities ensures our mobility solutions prioritise the wellbeing and long-term health of our users. Through science, technology, and maintaining a clear focus on people, we make mobility possible.

Due to continued growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our dynamic, multidisciplinary R&D team.

The Role

As Mechanical Design Engineer you will play a key role in originating innovative designs of medical devices. You will develop complex CAD geometry, concurrently performing or overseeing digital simulations.

You will join a comprehensive team delivering medical devices suitable for economic manufacture.

• Generating and evaluating detail engineering CAD geometry, demonstrating accurate design intents, simulating dynamic motion, limits/fits and accurately define methods of manufacture.
• Using digital analysis tools such as CFD and FEA to assist in effective material selection, demonstrating an appreciation for stress, fatigue, cost and thermal and electrochemical effects to ensure performance of products meets or exceeds performance requirements.
• Liaising with Systems engineering and clinical partners to generate solutions which meet existing requirements, executing work packages inside our product verification and validation procedures.
• Work ing closely with our Electronics engineering team to effectively package PCBs in IP-rated housing.
• Producing fully representative engineering drawings (BS 8888) with complimentary GD&T and tolerance analysis techniques.
• Maintain ing risk management documentation, (ISO 14971) collaborating at design and project review meetings, comfortable presenting technical data, with recommended actions.
• Producing and maintaining technical documentation, in accordance with ISO 13485, FDA and an understanding of the MDR requirements.

What are we looking for?

Key Skills & Experience:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineer or Biomedical Engineering.
• Proven Experience operating within a CAD environment
• Previous experience operating within a highly regulated industry
• A neutral self-starter, proactive and able manage your own time highly effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, comfortable operating in a fast-paced matrix organisation .

What can Blatchford offer you?

• 25 days holiday – increased after service.
• Option to purchase additional holiday.
• Flexible, hybrid working with early finish on a Friday .
• Pension
• Death in Service
• On Demand Pay
• Health cash plan
• Discounted shopping/leisure activity vouchers
• Cycle to work scheme.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work as part of a dynamic R&D team, within a unique environment and contribute to the success of our award-winning organisation.

If you feel like you meet the above criteria for the Mechanical Design Engineer, then please apply now!