Design Engineer

Are you a creative and technically skilled Design Engineer with a passion for innovation? Do you thrive on taking products from concept through to manufacturing in a highly regulated environment? This is your opportunity to join a growing R&D team at the forefront of developing next-generation products for global markets., As a Design Engineer within our Research & Development team, you'll play a pivotal role in designing and developing injection-moulded products used in critical applications. From initial concept and prototyping to design validation and handover for manufacturing, you'll be involved in the entire product lifecycle., + Create and refine designs using 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks or similar).

• Develop prototypes using 3D printing and rapid prototyping techniques.
• Design for injection moulding, ensuring manufacturability and cost-effectiveness.

Validation & Compliance:

• Support verification and validation activities for new and modified products.
• Ensure compliance with ISO13485 and other regulatory standards.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement:

• Work closely with suppliers and manufacturing teams to optimise processes.
• Contribute to product and process improvement initiatives.
• Participate in risk assessments (FMEA) and root cause analysis.

Global Exposure:

• Occasional travel to Asia and the US for supplier visits and collaboration (approx. 3-4 weeks per year).

• Degree in Product Design, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience in R&D, ideally within medical devices, pharmaceuticals, FMCG or injection moulding environments.
• Strong knowledge of injection moulding processes and design principles.
• Proficiency in CAD software.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with ISO13485, Toll Gate design control, and Lean principles.
• Experience in regulated environments (medical, pharma, or similar).

• Be part of a growing, innovative team with opportunities for career progression.
• Work on products that impact healthcare globally.
• Enjoy a collaborative environment with exposure to international projects.
• Competitive salary and benefits, plus the potential for future leadership roles.