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Medical Technology Jobs in Cambridge

A hub for medical innovation, home to world-class research institutions and cutting-edge tech companies.

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£28k – £100k
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Cambridge is renowned for its concentration of medical technology and life sciences companies. The city hosts a vibrant ecosystem of universities, research institutions, and scaleups, all contributing to groundbreaking advancements in medical devices, health-tech software, and diagnostic systems. Major players and startups alike are drawn to Cambridge's rich talent pool and collaborative environment, making it a prime location for those seeking to innovate in the medical technology sector.

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£28k – £100k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 19 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

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Principal Electronic Design Engineer

Lead the electronics design and development of advanced medical devices, managing a small team and guiding products from concept to launch. Serve as the key technical liaison between engineering teams and senior stakeholders, with hands-on responsibility for circuit design, embedded systems, and bench-level validation. The role involves customer interaction, project oversight, and driving innovation in a cutting-edge R&D environment.

Vector Recruitment Milton, Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £80,000 – £90,000 pa
On-site Permanent

Medical Sales Representative

This role involves consultative sales of neonatal and NICU medical devices and consumables within a defined UK territory, focusing on building relationships with clinical and procurement stakeholders across the NHS and private healthcare. The representative will drive both capital equipment sales and recurring consumables revenue, managing a home-based, travel-intensive role with strategic autonomy. The position supports life-enhancing medical technologies in neonatal care environments.

Progress Sales Recruitment Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £46,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent
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Semi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

This role involves maintaining critical building services within a hospital environment, ensuring safety, compliance, and operational efficiency across electrical, mechanical, and fabric systems. The engineer will perform fault diagnosis, statutory compliance checks, and maintenance on essential infrastructure including BMS, fire alarms, medical gases, and pressure systems. Work is carried out in sensitive clinical settings, requiring coordination with hospital staff and contractors while adhering to strict safety and confidentiality standards.

HAYS Specialist Recruitment Peterborough, PE1 1XH, United Kingdom £30,000 – £32,000 pa
On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Clinical Nurse Advisor - Ventilators

This role involves providing clinical support and training to hospital staff on the use of advanced ventilator technology. The Clinical Nurse Advisor will work in a field-based capacity across a wide territory, delivering education at the patient bedside, supporting clinical trials, and building relationships with key stakeholders in critical care. The position combines clinical expertise with customer engagement to improve patient outcomes through effective use of medical devices.

Wallace Hind Selection Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom £43,000 – £46,000 pa
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Clinical Nurse Advisor - Ventilators

This role involves providing clinical support and training to hospital staff on ventilator technology within critical care settings. The Clinical Nurse Advisor will deliver education programs, conduct bedside training, and support customer adoption of medical devices across a wide UK territory. Working closely with clinical teams and stakeholders, the role focuses on improving patient outcomes through effective use of innovative respiratory technologies.

Wallace Hind Selection Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1XH, United Kingdom £43,000 – £46,000 pa
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Medical Field Service Engineer, X-Ray Imaging

This role involves installing, servicing, repairing, and maintaining advanced X-ray imaging systems at hospitals and healthcare facilities. The engineer will work directly on-site, ensuring system reliability and performance while delivering high-quality technical support. The position emphasizes customer-facing service, preventative maintenance, and responsive breakdown resolution within the medical imaging sector.

TRS Consulting Croydon, Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £43,000 pa
On-site Permanent

Junior Biomedical Service Engineer (Electrical / Refrigeration)

This role involves servicing, repairing, and maintaining ultra-low temperature and cascade refrigeration equipment used in laboratories across Cambridge and occasionally in Europe. The engineer will receive full training on specialised biomedical equipment and work autonomously in a field-based role supporting critical lab infrastructure in research and healthcare settings.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Waterbeach, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £45,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Senior Mechanical Engineer

This role involves leading the design and development of precision mechanical systems for advanced drug delivery devices, from concept through to high-volume manufacturing. The engineer will work within a multidisciplinary team, focusing on detailed CAD design, prototyping, testing, and applying DFM/DFA principles to ensure manufacturability. Emphasis is placed on tolerance analysis and optimising designs for scalable production in a regulated medical device environment.

Platform Recruitment Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £70,000 pa
On-site Permanent
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Roles hiring in Cambridge

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Biomedical Engineer Jobs

£30k – £45k
4 open

Medical Device Engineer Jobs

Role profile
3 open

Regulatory Affairs Specialist Jobs (MedTech)

£42k – £49k
3 open

Medical Imaging Specialist Jobs

£43k – £43k
1 open
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Hiring in Cambridge

Cambridge's medical technology sector is home to a diverse range of employers, from global corporations to innovative startups. Companies such as AstraZeneca, GlaxoSmithKline, and numerous research-heavy startups are actively hiring, offering a wide array of opportunities for professionals at all levels.

The city's strong academic institutions, including the University of Cambridge and its affiliated hospitals, provide a steady stream of highly skilled graduates and researchers. This talent pool, combined with a supportive ecosystem of incubators and accelerators, makes Cambridge an ideal location for career growth in medical technology.

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  • Common roles include biomedical engineers, clinical researchers, regulatory affairs specialists, and medical device designers.

  • Many roles in Cambridge are on-site due to the hands-on nature of medical technology work, but some companies offer hybrid options.

  • Key industries include medical device manufacturing, health-tech software development, and clinical research and diagnostics.

  • Cambridge is often considered the leading hub for medical technology in the UK, with a strong focus on innovation and collaboration.

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