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Medical X-Ray Service Engineer

Field Service Engineer - Medical Imaging (Scotland) Full-time | Scotland (Glasgow/Edinburgh focus) | £36,000-£47,000 + Car + Bonus + other benefits A unique opportunity has opened for a Field Service Engineer to join a well-established, UK-leading provider of medical imaging technology. The role blends technical field service support with consultative sales and close collaboration with commercial teams, making it ideal...

Stirling

Medical Equipment Repair Engineer

Rullion are looking to recruit for the following role : Engineer - MES Location : Worcester Acute Hospital Fully Site Based Monday to Friday ASAP Start Duration : 6-12 months (Rolling) Chance of Temporary to Permanent Inside IR35 £220 per day Purpose of Role Join us in pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably. Our clients inspiring and caring...

Worcester

Development Engineer (MedTech)

Development Engineer - Medical Diagnostic Systems Be part of developing next-gen fluidic systems powering a breakthrough diagnostic platform that rapidly identifies the right antibiotic treatment. What you'll work on: Architect and implement software and embedded algorithms for precision fluid handling Design, prototype, and validate hardware-software integrated subsystems, focusing on real-time control and system reliability. Develop automated test procedures and capture...

Fareham

Electronic Design Engineer

Design Engineer - Medical Devices Southwest London | Full-time, Permanent A growing medical device company is seeking a Design Engineer to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an organisation expanding internationally, where you'll play a key role in developing innovative healthcare technology. The Role: Contribute to the design and development of new medical devices...

South West London

Optical Systems Engineer - Medical Devices - Cambridge

Optical Systems Engineer - Medical Devices - Cambridge We are working with a leading Medical Devices company in Cambridge to recruit an Optical Systems Engineer who will play a key role in the development of industry disrupting and lifesaving/improving Medical Technologies. This is a hands-on engineering role where you'll be designing and integrating optical systems into complex medical technologies. From...

Cambridge

Field Service Engineer - Medical Products and Devices

Job Title: Field Service Engineer - Medical Products and Devices Location: Field based Covering the Northwest Salary: £25,000 p/a + Earned Bonus + Benefits + Company Van Job type: Full Time, Permanent About Us: We are a leading provider of Oxygen and Medical gas delivery products, medical devices healthcare technology solutions, committed to improving patient outcomes and supporting healthcare professionals...

Manchester

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The Future of Medical Technology Jobs: Careers That Don’t Exist Yet

Medical technology—often referred to as MedTech—is one of the fastest-growing and most transformative sectors in the global economy. It sits at the intersection of healthcare, engineering, and digital innovation, producing tools and systems that improve how diseases are diagnosed, monitored, and treated. From the first stethoscope in the 19th century to today’s robotic surgical platforms, MedTech has always pushed boundaries. In the UK, MedTech is a powerful economic engine. It generates an estimated £27.6 billion annually, supports more than 138,000 jobs, and contributes over £5 billion in exports each year. Importantly, it is not just a financial driver but also a sector that directly shapes health outcomes for millions of people. With an ageing population, increasing demand for personalised healthcare, and rapid advances in digital technologies, the sector is set to expand dramatically in the coming decades. Yet, we are only scratching the surface. As artificial intelligence, robotics, nanotechnology, synthetic biology, and digital health converge, many of the most important MedTech jobs of the future don’t exist today. These roles will appear at the intersection of clinical practice, ethics, data science, and engineering. This article explores why MedTech will generate new jobs, the future roles likely to emerge, how today’s positions will evolve, why the UK is well positioned, and how professionals can prepare now.

Seasonal Hiring Peaks for Medical Technology Jobs: The Best Months to Apply & Why

The UK's medical technology sector has established itself as one of Europe's most scientifically demanding and socially impactful technology markets, with roles spanning from junior medical device engineers to principal biomedical scientists and heads of digital health innovation. With medical technology positions commanding salaries from £30,000 for graduate biomedical engineers to £140,000+ for senior principal scientists, understanding when organisations actively recruit can dramatically accelerate your career progression in this life-changing and rapidly advancing field. Unlike traditional healthcare roles, medical technology hiring follows distinct patterns influenced by regulatory approval cycles, clinical research schedules, and healthcare innovation funding timelines. The sector's unique combination of clinical requirements, regulatory compliance, and technological advancement creates predictable hiring windows that strategic professionals can leverage to advance their careers in developing tomorrow's medical solutions. This comprehensive guide explores the optimal timing for medical technology job applications in the UK, examining how NHS digital transformation strategies, pharmaceutical R&D cycles, and healthcare innovation initiatives influence recruitment patterns, and why strategic timing can determine whether you join a pioneering medical device team or miss the opportunity to develop the next generation of life-saving technologies.

Pre-Employment Checks for Medical Technology Jobs: DBS, References & Right-to-Work and more Explained

Pre-employment screening in medical technology reflects the discipline's unique position at the intersection of healthcare innovation, regulatory compliance, and patient safety management. Medical technology professionals often have privileged access to sensitive patient data, proprietary medical devices, and clinical systems that form the foundation of healthcare delivery and patient care outcomes across the NHS and private healthcare sectors. The medical technology industry operates within stringent regulatory frameworks spanning MHRA device regulations, GDPR healthcare provisions, and emerging digital health governance requirements. Medical technology specialists must demonstrate not only technical competence in healthcare systems and medical device development but also deep understanding of clinical safety protocols, patient data protection, and the ethical implications of healthcare technology deployment at scale. Modern medical technology roles frequently involve developing diagnostic systems, patient monitoring devices, healthcare AI applications, and clinical information systems across multiple regulatory jurisdictions and clinical safety frameworks simultaneously. The combination of technical expertise, patient safety responsibility, and regulatory compliance requirements makes thorough candidate verification essential for maintaining clinical governance, patient safety, and public trust in healthcare technology systems.

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