Principal Mechanical Engineer - Instrument Design in Cambridge)

Newton Colmore Consulting; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead the development of innovative lab automation systems. The role involves tackling complex engineering challenges with a focus on precision and reliability. Candidates should have a strong background in automation, preferably in laboratory settings, along with excellent problem-solving skills. This senior position offers competitive compensation and the chance to work in a collaborative, high-impact environment in Cambridge.

Benefits

Tailored package plus monetary bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

Outstanding mentoring and career development opportunities

Collaborative environment with world-class engineers

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in complex automation systems.
• Background in precision engineering, laboratory equipment, robotics, or automated systems.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and engineering fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of next-generation lab automation systems.
• Work on complex precision engineering challenges.
• Ensure work is compliant to GMP and ISO 13485 standards.

Skills

Problem-solving abilities

Technical leadership

Expertise in automation systems

Job description

Principal Mechanical Engineer - Instrument Design

Newton Colmore is excited to be working with a laboratory automation company in Cambridgeshire, helping them search for a key mechanical engineering hire.

We are seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to take a leading role in the development of next-generation lab automation systems. This is a senior position offering the opportunity to work on highly complex, precision engineering challenges and to shape the technical direction of novel automation platforms.

You’ll be working on cutting-edge mechanical systems that demand the highest levels of precision, reliability, and innovation for a range of applications. This role offers technical leadership responsibilities and the chance to make a substantial impact on product development and future R&D roadmaps.

You will be taking your ideas from initial “eureka moment” through to readying the product for manufacturing. Your work will mainly be to GMP standards, however depending on the application of the product, you may also need to work to ISO 13485 standards.

What’s on offer

• Tailored package plus monetary bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits with a full suite of options.
• Outstanding mentoring and career development opportunities.
• Technical leadership on complex, high-impact projects with a range of applications.
• Collaborative environment with world-class engineers.
• Cambridge location within a thriving tech and life sciences hub.

The candidate we are looking for

We’re looking for a highly experienced mechanical engineer with proven expertise in complex automation systems. You’ll bring principal‑level technical capability, ideally with a background in precision engineering, laboratory equipment, robotics, or automated systems.

Strong problem‑solving abilities, engineering fundamentals, and the capacity to lead technical initiatives are essential. The company are flexible on seniority level and can therefore modify the role to suit the right person.

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion about this principal‑level opportunity, please contact me or make an application now. I can then provide comprehensive details about the role, the technology, and the company and see if it could be a strong fit for you.

Matt Lowdon

Newton Colmore