Senior Electro-mechanical Engineer

BINX HEALTH LTD; Trowbridge; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

BINX HEALTH LTD in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior Electromechanical Engineer to design and test FDA-regulated medical devices. You will develop electromechanical equipment, create system specifications, and collaborate across engineering teams to deliver reliable diagnostics.

The role requires an MSc in engineering and 5+ years in a regulated environment with ISO 13485, strong firmware and CAD expertise (Altium, SolidWorks) and robust problem-solving.

Qualifications

• MSc in engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years in a regulated industry with Quality Systems (ISO 13485).
• Expert knowledge of microcontrollers and embedded firmware.
• Experience with CAD tools for electromechanical designs.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and collaboration skills.
• Excellent communication and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and test electromechanical devices and sensors.
• Create schematics, technical reports, and manuals.
• Implement and refine automation processes.
• Collaborate with software engineers to integrate control systems.
• Investigate latest technologies to improve performance.
• Analyze viability of new technologies in current systems.
• Coordinate with teams to implement changes in manufacturing.

Skills

Microcontrollers

Embedded firmware

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication

Education

MSc in engineering (Systems/Biomedical/Mechatronics/Electronics)

Tools

Altium

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Binx Health LTD UK - TROWBRIDGE BA14 0OG
• Position Type: Full-Time - Salaried
• Education Level: Graduate Degree or above
• Salary Range: £0.01 - £0.01

JOB DESCRIPTION – Senior Electro-mechanical Engineer

Who We Are:

binx health is a healthcare technology and diagnostics company focused on expanding access to care. The binx io is the world’s first FDA-cleared, CLIA-Waived, point-of-care platform for chlamydia and gonorrhoea testing in both males and females. Our rapid, molecular platform brings rapid, accurate and convenient infectious disease testing to clinical settings nationwide. Our solutions have the ability to broaden access to care for millions and put proprietary testing solutions in the hands of clinicians everywhere. We work with universities, hospitals, clinics, public health departments, k-12 schools, employers and other organizations to provide patient-centric solutions for their communities.

Our Mission:

We deliver rapid, reliable results that close the gap between testing and treatment, advancing a future free of preventable infections.

Our Values:

• Patients First – We deliver fast point of care diagnostics without compromising the quality and reliability of our results.
• Collaborating as One Team - We work together across teams, supporting one another to achieve shared goals and better patient outcomes.
• Quality & Reliability That Patients Trust - We build rigorous quality into every step, so results are reliable when it matters most.
• Innovation that Matters - We seek better ways to solve problems, improve experiences, and drive meaningful impact.
• Leading with Integrity and Respect - We act with honesty, accountability, and transparency, ensuring our decisions always reflect what is right for patients and partners.

At binx health, we know a diverse workforce adds to our collective value and strength as an organization. People of colour, the LGBTQIA+ community, disabled candidates and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. binx health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to equal employment opportunity and fair, equitable compensation regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

The Position:

The Senior Electromechanical Engineer, Medical Devices will work with our cross-functional Systems Engineering teams to develop FDA-regulated medical devices that delivers diagnostic results that are clear and actionable. You will be counted on to contribute to realizing a product that is intuitive, reliable, and secure. The primary responsibilities include the conceptualization, design, and testing of electromechanical equipment and systems. This role involves collaboration with other engineers and professionals to create system specifications and detailed technical designs.

Responsibilities:

• Designing and testing components such as sensors, actuators, and other electromechanical devices within our systems.
• Creating accurate project and technical documentation, including schematics, technical reports, and operational manuals.
• Implementing and refining automation processes
• Collaboration with software engineers to integrate electronic control systems into mechanical frameworks.
• Conducting practical investigations to adopt the latest technologies and improve system performance in conjunction with cross-functional technical teams.
• Perform detailed analysis to test the viability and integration of new technologies in our current systems.
• Work closely with the internal and external teams to implement systems, engineering changes, and refinement of manufacturing processes where necessary.

Education, Experience and Demonstrated Skills:

• MSc in engineering (e.g., Systems, Biomedical, Mechatronics, Electronics) or related discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience in a regulated industry where Quality Systems are essential, e.g., ISO 13485.
• Expert knowledge of microcontrollers, embedded firmware development/debugging of scripts and programs.
• Experience of using CAD software (e.g., Altium, SolidWorks) for electromechanical designs towards manufacture.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a hands-on approach to troubleshooting and repair of instrumentation within labs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, and teamwork skills.
• Capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision