Process Development Engineer (R&D)

TN United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Process Development Engineer to join their innovative team in Cardiff. This role is pivotal in the New Product Introduction process, focusing on designing and optimizing manufacturing processes for medical devices. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with health and safety standards while driving continuous improvement in efficiency and quality. The company values innovation and teamwork, offering a hybrid work environment and a supportive culture. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference in the medical field, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Hybrid Working

Bonus Scheme

Life Assurance 4 x salary

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field is essential.
• Experience in medical manufacturing processes and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement assembly processes for new products.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical Design for Manufacture

CAD (SolidWorks)

Process Control Tools

Lean Manufacturing

Analytical Skills

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Customer Focus

Communication Skills

Education

HNC or Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Mechatronics

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Process Development Engineer (R&D), Cardiff

Client:

Gyrus Medical Limited

Location:

Cardiff, United Kingdom

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

30.03.2025

Expiry Date:

14.05.2025

Job Description:

We are looking for a Process Development Engineer (R&D) to play a critical role within New Product Introduction (NPI) and Manufacturing both at ATL-UK & Globally. As part of the NPI team, the primary function is to assess new project requirements from a process perspective, conducting DFM/DFA and transfer that information, enabling the design, development and optimisation of processes for producing goods. In addition, there may be the requirement to improve existing processes, to enhance efficiency, quality and cost effectiveness, meeting the company's standards to ensure safe production of medical devices.

The successful applicant will be responsible for:

• Health & Safety (H&S): Comply and work within all current H&S rules and guidelines, ensuring that all developed processes comply with the highest standards of health and safety.
• Process Design: Design, develop, implement and maintain assembly processes, including line set-up/layout, equipment identification and allocation, jigs and fixtures, data collection and analysis to ensure smooth and continuous operation and facilitate the transfer from NPI to production.
• Process Technology and Innovation: Evaluate new projects in relation to processes and manufacturing. Drive for continuous improvement and innovation in process development. Stay up to date with the latest advancements in medical technology and process engineering.
• Validation: Develop processes that comply with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), process validations and other quality system documentation requirements to support NPI and development.
• Documentation: Prepare manufacturing documentation, technical reports and presentations to ensure the smooth transition into manufacturing. Maintain a record of all documentation, including drawings, sketches, calculations, records etc.
• Continuous improvement: In collaboration with other ATL-UK functions, assess process methods to minimise process time and scrap; maintain and improve customer quality, output and equipment maintenance.
• Compliance: Work in accordance with Company Quality Standards, procedures and processes and comply with the requirements of Good Documentation Practice (GDP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).

We are looking for someone who has:

• A HNC or Degree in Mechanical engineering, Mechatronics or another related field.
• An understanding of medical manufacturing processes, technologies, and equipment.
• An understanding of sterile manufacturing and cleanroom protocols.
• Experience of Mechanical Design for Manufacture, CAD (SolidWorks), Fixture design, New Product Introduction and Manufacturing support.
• Experience of using process control tools and improvement techniques.
• Strong analytical skills to identify and resolve process issues efficiently.
• Good understanding of various joining and assembly techniques.
• Line balancing and Lean Manufacturing.
• Proficiency in data analysis to monitor process performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings.
• Excellent team player with a willingness to take the lead and drive process tasks forward.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements, with the flexibility to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
• Computer literate with knowledge of the Microsoft office suite.
• Acts with integrity; takes accountability for accuracy and quality of work.
• Understanding and delivering internal/external customer focus.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards (e.g., FDA, MDR, EMA, ISO 13485).
• Ability to communicate and present at all levels within the business.

We offer:

• Hybrid Working
• Bonus Scheme
• Life Assurance 4 x salary
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme

About ATL Technology

ATL Technology is a fast-growing provider of outsourced design, development and manufacturing services to the medical device market, and its UK site is based in St Mellons, Cardiff.

We believe that there is a better way to bring medical devices to market and we use an engineer-to-engineer approach to develop custom interconnect solutions for medical devices that improve the quality of one's life.

Aside from our site in the UK, we also have operations in China, Costa Rica, Taiwan and the USA; plus remote staff in strategic global locations.

Other information

You will be required to provide evidence of your eligibility to work and reside in the UK, in accordance with the requirements of Section 15 of the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

At Gyrus Medical Ltd (An ATL Technology Company), we have a dedicated in-house recruitment team that cover all areas of the business. We are unable to accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies or search firms outside of our PSL. Please note that Gyrus or ATL will not be responsible for any fees, charges or terms associated with any such CVs.

Gyrus Medical Ltd (an ATL Technology Company) is an equal opportunity employer.