Senior Mechanical Engineer

SLS Services Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Senior Mechanical Engineer, tackling complex challenges in medical device innovation. Contribute to product development from concept to manufacture, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create impactful solutions for health and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Strong background in mechanical engineering.
• Experience in design and development of mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of electromechanical medical products.
• Engage in risk management activities.
• Manage client relationships and project delivery.

Skills

Analytical Approach

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Mechanical Engineering Degree

Job description

About the Role
We are looking for an experienced SeniorMechanical Engineer to join a dynamic and multi-disciplinary team working at the forefront of medical device innovation. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys tackling complex technical challenges and delivering high-quality products that have a real-world impact on people’s health and wellbeing.

What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a methodical engineer with a deep understanding of how products work, and a strong motivation to meet the needs of users and patients. You’ll be contributing your technical skills to projects alongside experts in electronics, software, and design.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the development of electromechanical medical products from concept through to manufacture
• Apply sound engineering principles, including modelling, analysis, and data-driven decision-making
• Engage in risk management activities in line with ISO 14971, including FMEA and Fault Tree Analysis
• Collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams to ensure cohesive and user-centred product solutions
• Present concepts and technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Manage client relationships and communicate progress, challenges, and outcomes
• Take ownership of project delivery—ensuring high-quality outputs, on time and within budget

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong background in mechanical engineering (degree-qualified)
• Experience in the design and development of mechanical or electromechanical systems
• A systematic and analytical approach to engineering problems
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams

Desirable Experience

• Familiarity with medical device development and regulatory standards (especially ISO 14971)
• Experience in consultancy or client-facing project work
• Leading or managing engineering projects
• Hands-on experience with data acquisition, testing, and performance analysis
• End-to-end product development: concept, prototyping, testing, DFM, and transfer to manufacture

Why Join?
You’ll be part of a team where your input matters—from day one. You’ll work on products that improve lives, with the freedom to innovate and the support to grow. This is a role for someone who thrives in a collaborative, fast-moving environment and is motivated by the chance to build things that make a difference