Mechanical Engineer – Programme Manager – Drug Delivery Devices

Newton Colmore Consulting Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent salary

Bonus scheme

Enhanced pension

Medical insurance

Free meals

Career development pathway

Job summary

A leading consultancy in medical devices is seeking a Programme Manager with a strong Mechanical Engineering background. This role involves leading projects on drug delivery devices, mentoring engineers, and overseeing complex mechanical design activities. Candidates should have experience with regulated devices, a strong academic foundation, and the ability to drive programmes efficiently in a collaborative environment. The position offers excellent benefits and a chance to impact life-changing technologies.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing regulated drug delivery systems.
• Strong communication skills for project updates and cross-functional coordination.
• Hands-on problem-solving experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple programmes focused on drug delivery device development.
• Mentor junior engineers and take ownership of design activities.
• Translate user, clinical, and regulatory requirements into mechanical solutions.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Project Management

Drug Delivery Systems

Stakeholder Management

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

ISO 13485

EN60601

Job description

Mechanical Engineer – Programme Manager – Drug Delivery Devices

A period of significant growth has created an opportunity for a Programme Manager with a strong Mechanical Engineering background and deep, hands‑on experience in drug delivery device development. Based in Cambridge, you will lead multiple programmes focused on advancing next‑generation delivery platforms. Some projects will see you mentoring and guiding junior engineers, while others will require you to take ownership of core mechanical design activities yourself.

We are seeking someone who is currently working at the forefront of drug delivery technologies—such as autoinjectors, inhalers, infusion systems, wearable delivery devices, or other combination products—and who is confident translating complex user, clinical, and regulatory requirements into robust mechanical solutions. Experience with electro‑mechanical medical devices is highly advantageous, as many of the programmes you will lead involve integrated systems and multidisciplinary collaboration.

To succeed in this role, you will need to be commercially minded, able to balance technical innovation with real‑world product viability. You should have experience successfully taking medical or drug delivery products through development and into market launch, understanding the commercial, regulatory, and manufacturing considerations that shape decision‑making. This is a highly collaborative environment, so you must be comfortable working closely with internal teams, external partners, clients, and suppliers to drive programmes forward efficiently and strategically.

A strong academic foundation in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline is expected. A master’s degree or PhD would be beneficial, but industry experience in developing regulated drug delivery systems is the key requirement. Familiarity with EN60601 is useful, and a solid working knowledge of ISO 13485 and design controls for combination products is essential.

The technologies you will help shape are genuinely life‑changing—innovative drug delivery systems that improve therapeutic outcomes, enhance patient adherence, and ultimately transform lives on a global scale.

This position involves extensive communication with internal teams, external partners, and clients, so experience in roles requiring regular project updates, stakeholder management, and cross‑functional coordination will be valuable.

Many individuals who excel in this environment have a naturally technical mindset and enjoy hands‑on problem solving—whether that’s building drones, programming, tinkering with engines, or similar hobbies. If this sounds like you, make sure it’s visible on your CV.

In return, you’ll join a world‑class organisation offering a clear career development pathway, continuous technical training, an excellent salary, bonus scheme, enhanced pension, medical insurance, free meals, and the full suite of benefits expected from a global blue‑chip company.

Interest in this role will be high, so early applications are encouraged.

For more information, please contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices, Biotech and DeepTech Recruitment at Newton Colmore, on [phone]. Alternatively, submit your application and a member of our team will be in touch. Please note that without a CV, we can only provide limited information.