Mechanical Engineer - Genomics Instrumentation - Cambridge in Cambridge

Energy Jobline ZR; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing biotechnology company in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to develop innovative genomics instrumentation. You will lead design efforts, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to all product lifecycle stages. Ideal candidates have a background in mechanical engineering and experience in regulated environments. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Regular salary reviews

Bonus scheme

Pension

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in product design and development, ideally within medical devices.
• Background in mechanical engineering is essential.
• Several years of industry experience and a desire to advance your career.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of innovative genomics instrumentation devices.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Contribute to the full product lifecycle.

Skills

Product design and development

Mechanical engineering

Regulatory environments (ISO 13485, FDA QSR)

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer – Genomics Instrumentation – Cambridge

A growing biotechnology company, based in Cambridge, is currently looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to support the development of cutting‑edge genomics instrumentation.

You will be working within a multidisciplinary team of engineering experts, including physicists, electronics engineers, software developers, and life‑sciences specialists. You’ll be a key member of the team, contributing to the design and development of innovative devices that enable high‑throughput genomic workflows and precision diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of innovative genomics instrumentation devices.
• Collaborate with physicists, electronic engineers, software developers and life sciences specialists.
• Contribute to the full product lifecycle – from concept development and prototyping to design for manufacture, testing and product launch.

Qualifications

• Experience in product design and development, ideally within medical devices, diagnostics or scientific instrumentation.
• Background in mechanical engineering is essential.
• Experience working in regulated environments (ISO 13485, FDA QSR) is highly beneficial.
• Several years of industry experience and a desire to advance your career.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary, regular salary reviews, bonus scheme, pension, life assurance and other benefits.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that invests in its people and is making a real impact in the field of genomics. Due to expected interest, we recommend applying now to avoid missing out.

For more information or to apply, please contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices and Scientific Recruitment at Newton Colmore Consulting, at [phone], or use the application link provided.

Newton Colmore Consulting is a specialist recruitment company within the Medical Devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance and Field Service Engineering sectors.