Mechanical Design Engineer

Biocomposites; Keele; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in medical devices seeks an Engineering Designer to drive innovative product development in a fast-paced environment. This role involves designing and prototyping mechanical components for medical devices, requiring CAD skills and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Join us to make a difference in infection management and improve patient outcomes.

Benefits

Company events

Company pension

Employee discount

Free or subsidised travel

Free parking

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in Engineering Design.
• Knowledge of CAD modelling and SolidWorks.
• Evidence of problem-solving skills and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components for medical devices.
• Manage small-scale R&D projects from concept through implementation.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure product safety and compliance.

Skills

CAD modelling

SolidWorks

Problem solving

Flexibility

Education

Level 5 in Engineering / Design

Job description

Job Description

Biocomposites, Ltd. is an international medical devices company that engineers, manufactures and markets world leading products for use in infection management in bone and soft tissue. Based in Keele in Staffordshire, UK, it has global operations across Europe, USA, Canada, Argentina, China and India, and helps more than 1 million patients worldwide every year!

We are distinct in that our team of specialists is singularly focused on the development of innovative calcium compounds and all research, manufacture and distribution takes place at our headquarters in Keele, England. In 2022, Her Majesty the Queen honoured us with two Queen’s Awards for Enterprise in Innovation and International Trade in recognition of the impact of STIMULAN in infection cases and our outstanding continuous growth in overseas sales of more than 200% over six years. Biocomposites products are now used in over 120,000 procedures every year and sold in more than 40 countries around the world.

JOB SUMMARY:

Work at the intersection of hands-on product development and project delivery within a fast-paced medical device environment. Responsible for designing, prototyping, and improving mechanical components and assemblies to enable and improve production output and simplicity, while managing small-scale projects from concept through to implementation. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure product safety, quality, and compliance with medical standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and develop innovative mechanical components and systems for new and existing medical devices, using SolidWorks
• Utilising in house 3D printing, rapidly prototype and test concepts, iterating based on performance and user feedback
• Support verification and validation activities to ensure products meet performance, safety, and regulatory requirements
• Manage smaller R&D projects or workstreams, including planning, resource coordination, and timeline tracking
• Liaise with suppliers and manufacturing teams to ensure design-for-manufacture (DFM) and procurement alignment
• Maintain accurate design documentation including 3D models, 2D drawings and drawing register.
• Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts for product issues or manufacturing challenges
• Collaborate with maintenance, production and quality teams to ensure integrated system performance
• Contribute to the development of test rigs, jigs, and other equipment for R&D and production support
• Stay informed of materials, processes, and technologies relevant to the medical device sector
  
  

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Level 5 in appropriate Engineering / Design.
• Minimum 1 year experience Engineering Design.
• Knowledge/Skills in CAD modelling, Solidworks or similar.
• Problem solving, desire to improve through change.
• Flexibility.
  
  

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE:

• Level 6 in appropriate Engineering / Design.
• Experience in Pharma or Medical Device.
• Knowledge/Skills in Cleanroom Facilities and associated equipment.
  
  

LOCATION & WORKING PATTERN:

Keele office, standard working hours (e.g. Mon-Fri, 9.00 - 5.00, 35hpw) with flexibility.

What do we offer?

Competitive salary and benefits! With us, you will receive a competitive salary package and benefits.

We grow talent. At Biocomposites we create opportunities to thrive and grow.

One Biocomposites - team spirit & engagement. Our culture is important and we strive to create engaged and inclusive global teams that encourage colleagues to share their diverse perspectives and opinions.

Who do we look for?

People Who Are Passionate About What We Do.

People who are open minded to evolving the way we work.

People who can work together to transform outcomes and change lives.

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free or subsidised travel
• Free parking
• On-site parking