Mechanical Design Engineer

Biocomposites; Keele; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical devices company in Keele is seeking a professional to drive hands-on product development and project execution in the medical device environment. You will design and improve components and manage small-scale projects. Ideal candidates have a Level 5 Engineering/Design qualification and a minimum of 2 years of experience. Excellent communication and CAD skills are essential. This role offers competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension

Employee discount

Free or subsidised travel

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in Engineering Design.
• Experience in Pharma or Medical Device is desirable.
• Knowledge/Skills in Cleanroom Facilities and associated equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative work aids to improve productivity.
• Utilise 3D printing to prototype and iterate designs.
• Manage small projects from concept to implementation.

Skills

CAD modelling

Solidworks

Problem solving

Flexibility

Education

Level 5 in appropriate Engineering/Design

Level 6 in appropriate 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:

Drive hands-on product development and project execution in a fast-paced medical device environment. Design, prototype, and improve components, jigs and fixtures to enhance production efficiency and simplicity. Manage small-scale projects from concept to implementation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and develop innovative work aids and components to improve productions productivity and consistency.
• Utilising in house 3D printing, rapid prototype and test concepts, iterating based on performance and user feedback
• Assist with new equipment sourcing and introduction to production through testing and validation, ensuring they meet performance, safety and regulatory requirements.
• Manage small projects or workstreams, including planning, resource coordination, and timeline tracking
• Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers 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 2 years 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 on-site parking