Design Engineer (Medical Devices / Containment)

Rise Technical Recruitment

Bury

1 month ago

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Bury, commutable from: Manchester, Rochdale, Oldham, Failsworth, Bolton, Heywood, Farnworth, Middleton, Prestwich, Ramsbottom, Littleborough & all surrounding areas

£40,000 - £50,000 + Bonus + Life Assurance + Excellent Company Benefits

Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer seeking to apply your skills in an innovative manufacturing environment where your work directly contributes to safer healthcare and scientific progress?

This is an opportunity to join a respected UK engineering business at the forefront of clean air and containment technology, supplying advanced equipment used across hospitals, laboratories, and pharmaceutical facilities.

You'll play a key role in developing bespoke solutions for critical applications - from sterile product preparation to pharmaceutical research - supporting projects that genuinely make a difference to patients and professionals worldwide.

Working from a modern, well-equipped manufacturing site in Heywood, you'll be part of a collaborative engineering team driving design innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.

With continued investment in new facilities, advanced design tools, and professional development, this role offers long-term career growth in a stable and rewarding industry.

The Role:

Design and develop standard and bespoke containment and aseptic systems from concept through to completion.
Drive improvements in product design, manufacturability, and assembly through continuous development and innovation.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
The Candidate:

Experience in the medical, pharmaceutical or related precision engineering industries
Knowledge of sheet metal design and fabrication
Experience of SolidWorks or other similar CAD packageReference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Patrick Simper at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates

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