R&D Product Development Engineer

Biocomposites Limited; Keele; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Biocomposites Limited is seeking an R&D Product Development Engineer to facilitate technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing. This mid-senior level role requires collaboration across teams to uphold regulatory standards, manage internal projects, and support new processes, ideal for candidates passionate about medical device innovation.

Benefits

Company events

Company pension

Employee discount

Free or subsidised travel

Free parking

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in technical transfer, process development, or manufacturing operations.
• Familiarity with ISO13485 and GMP regulations.
• Experience in process scale-up, validation, and optimization techniques.

Responsibilities

• Manage the transfer of intellectual property and technologies from R&D to manufacturing.
• Collaborate with R&D and quality assurance to ensure successful technical transfers.
• Coordinate and support process development and scale-up activities.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Project Management

Education

Level 6 in Engineering, Chemistry, Biotech, Pharmaceutical Sciences

Job description

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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!

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.

The R&D Product Development Engineer will be responsible for facilitating the successful transfer of technologies, processes, and products between different stages of the product lifecycle. This includes ensuring seamless handover from research and development (R&D) to manufacturing or scaling production processes while ensuring compliance with industry regulations. The role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure that all necessary documentation, training, and validation activities are completed.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the transfer of intellectual property, design specifications, manufacturing processes, products, and technologies from R&D to manufacturing and between facilities or departments.
• Plan and manage internal projects involving intellectual property, design specifications modifications, upgrades, technology transfer of manufacturing processes within the organsation.
• Collaborate with R&D, quality assurance, manufacturing, and regulatory teams to ensure successful technical transfers.
• Ensure that product development and manufacturing processes meet regulatory and quality standards.
• Coordinate and support process development, scale-up activities, and troubleshooting.
• Lead and participate in process design reviews, risk assessments, and process validation activities.
• Develop, review, and approve technical documents, including protocols, reports, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Provide training to manufacturing staff on new technologies and processes.
• Track and report progress, timelines, and any issues related to technical transfer projects.
• Troubleshoot technical issues during the transition and ensure solutions are implemented to meet production goals.
• Work with regulatory teams to ensure all required filings and approvals are obtained.
• Ensure that all process data, documentation, and reporting are maintained according to company standards.
• Occasional travel may be required to various sites, vendors or partner organsations.
  
  

Person Specification:

• Level 6 in Engineering, Chemistry, Biotech, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field.
• 5 years of experience in technical transfer, process development, or manufacturing operations.
• Familiarity with industry-specific regulations ISO13485 and GMP
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with process scale-up, validation, and optimization techniques.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Familiarity with risk management and quality assurance processes.
• Project management certification desirable.
  
  

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 parking

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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