Electronics Engineer - Programme Manager - Medical Devices

Newton Colmore
Cambridge
1 month ago
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Electronics Engineer – Programme Manager – Medical Devices – Cambridge

Due to a growth in company output, there is a need for a new Programme Manager who has an Electronics Engineering pedigree. Based in Cambridge, you will be leading several projects. Some projects will involve you offering support and mentorship to junior members of staff, while other projects will involve you taking on the Electronics design aspects yourself.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead multiple electro‑mechanical medical device projects.
  • Provide support and mentorship to junior team members.
  • Take on electronics design aspects of projects.
  • Communicate project updates and changes to external and internal stakeholders.

Required Experience

  • Hands‑on experience developing new medical device technologies in a current role.
  • Experience working on implantable, wearable, or other medical technologies compliant with EN60601.
  • Strong understanding of ISO 13485.
  • Background in engineering leading to a medical devices electronics engineering role.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's or PhD (not essential).
  • High‑level hobby involving problem solving (e.g., drones, engines, programming).
  • Experience in roles that involved continuous communication of updates and changes.

Benefits

Industry‑changing technologies, proven career development plan, continuous training, excellent salary, bonus, enhanced pension, medical insurance, free meals, and other benefits from a multinational blue‑chip organization.


How to Apply

Contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices, Biotech and Drug Discovery Recruitment at Newton Colmore, or submit your application. Please note that without a CV, we can only provide limited information.


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