Senior CAD Engineer - Medical Technology in Cambridge

Energy Jobline ZR; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical technology firm in Cambridge is looking for a Senior CAD Engineer to design and develop medical devices. This role requires CAD expertise and offers a competitive salary along with an excellent training program. You will lead complex component design and collaborate with cross-functional teams while mentoring junior engineers. The firm prioritizes innovative solutions that improve lives.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Market-leading pension scheme

Excellent training and mentoring

Qualifications

• Proven experience in CAD design within a regulated industry, ideally medical devices or biotechnology.
• Familiarity with ISO 13485 or other relevant quality standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex mechanical components using CAD tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, manufacturing, and quality assurance.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

CAD design experience

Understanding of manufacturing processes

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Job description

Senior CAD Engineer - Medical Technology

Newton Colmore is working with a medical devices company in Cambridgeshire and we are searching for an experienced CAD engineer to join their design team.

You will be joining a team of experts to drive innovation through iterative design, on next medical devices.

The company are working on life improving technology that combines engineering, science, and robotics. As a Senior CAD Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in the design and development of precision‑engineered components and intricate systems. You will be taking your designs through the entire design process, from initial design, to testing, and readying the component for manufacture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex mechanical components using CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, or similar).
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including R&D, manufacturing, and quality assurance.
• Create and manage detailed 3D models, assemblies, and technical drawings.
• Support prototype development and testing, ensuring designs meet regulatory and performance standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in CAD design within a regulated industry, ideally medical devices or biotechnology, but open to other industries too.
• Strong understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and design for manufacturability.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with ISO 13485 or other relevant quality standards is a plus.
• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline and strong fundamentals.

Why Join?

• Work on products that make a real difference in people’s lives.
• Be part of a collaborative and forward‑thinking team.
• Competitive salary and benefits package including bonuses and market‑leading pension scheme.
• Excellent training and mentoring for engineers.

If you are interested in this role then make a confidential application now and a member of our team will be in touch. This search is being conducted by Matt Lowdon, a specialist medical devices and biotech recruiter.

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