Senior Human Factors Engineer – Medical Devices – Cambridge
Newton Colmore is working with a medical devices company based in Cambridge and we are assisting their search for their next human factors expert.
We are looking for people who love solving complex engineering problems and who enjoy working in multi-disciplinary teams.
As a Senior Human Factors Engineer, you will be working on a number of advanced engineering projects aimed at improving and/or saving people019;s lives. You will be utilising your human factors commercial knowledge and experience and apply it to real-world hand-held medical devices.
You will be working closely with world-class engineers as well as surgeons, nurses and healthcare professionals, to ensure their feedback is translated into the usability of the product. The aim of your work is to improve the usability of the product, which will in turn lower the risk to patients and increase accuracy of the end user.
To be considered for this exciting role you will have a thorough understanding of human factors principles as well as knowledge of the medical devices sector and regulations. This will be complemented by product design, human factors or psychology education. You will also need to possess an open mind and show that you like to challenge ideas.
In exchange for your skills and expertise, the company offer a highly competitive package as well as providing excellent career progression. They also offer an excellent pension and performance bonus. The company are at a really exciting stage of development which has recently culminated in the opening of new labs and workshops.
For more information, please call Matthew Lowdon of Newton Colmore Consulting on 0044 121 268 2240 or make an application and one of our team will be in touch.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a highly specialist recruitment consultancy operating within the medical devices and biotechnology. We help our clients find the experts they need to develop and commercialise ground-breaking technology and therapeutics, globally.
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Senior Design Engineer
The Company:
My client, a full system life-cycle manufacturer of secure communication systems, antennas, image technology and embedded computing are looking for a Senior Systems Design Engineer to join their growing team in Redditch. Their products can be found transmitting high bandwidth data across hostile terrain, enabling secure ticket sales on trains, processing colossal amounts of data or gathering scientific insight in the cold and crushing depths of the ocean floor!
Senior Design Engineer Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate and interpret project technical requirements to develop concept architectures / designs.
- Design and develop hardware solutions, from concept through to qualification / implementation / integration.
- Ensure all customer requirements are met throughout the development process, to demonstrate fulfilment of Verification and Validation activities.
- Support the development of test strategies and plans for formal qualification testing (including shock, vibration, EMC, Safety etc.)
- Produce and maintain any required design documentation.
- Play an active role in key milestone events such as Design Reviews, both internal and customer facing
- Support the build of initial prototypes / qualification systems.
- Supporting other Systems Engineering Team members with design information as required
- Knowledge of Project, Systems Engineering and Business lifecycles, with an understanding of Engineering activities at each stage of the lifecycle
- Provide support, as required, to other areas of the Business.
- Work with external suppliers and manufacturers; maintaining strong working relationships.
Senior Design Engineer Requirements:
- Experience in a Systems Engineering environment, ideally defence-related
- Designing products for harsh environments i.e. shock, vibration, thermal extremes working knowledge of Military Specifications and Standards is a benefit
- Extensive knowledge of Electrical / Electronic / Computer components and systems
- Knowledge of Mechanical Engineering fundamentals, processes, and standards
- Good understanding of EMC, particularly in systems design
- Experience of designing for longevity and useability / through-life support, for example consideration of Human Factors and Integrated Logistics Support requirements
- Competent at producing accurate and professional documentation
- Understands the need for configuration control, change management and security marking aspects of all types of documentation and drawings
- Experienced in managing own work and able to prioritise tasks to meet milestones
- Working in a multi-disciplined environment (mechanical, electrical, electronic, safety, human factors, security, software etc.)
- Good attention to detail, conscientious, and takes pride in work
- Able to work as part of a team as well as on own initiative
- Fully conversant with Microsoft Office Suite
- Due to the nature of the work carried out, all applicants must be eligible for SC Clearance
The following would be advantageous but are not essential:
- Knowledge of EU/UK safety and CE regulations would be an asset
Senior Design Engineer Benefits:
- 26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays increasing upon length of service.
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Pension 5% employee, 4% employer (salary sacrifice)
- Development opportunities relevant to your role
- Enrolled in Employee Share Scheme following 12 months service.
- Access to Westfield Healthcare scheme
- Cycle to work scheme.
- EV scheme.
What Next?
If youre a well-accomplished Senior Design Engineer, simply apply now or call/message Liam on 07483 100631 or email me on liam.nother@holtengineering.co.uk
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A globally leading Chemical Manufacturer based in the Huddersfield area for looking for an EHS Manager to join their team!
They are renowned for their commitment to delivering innovative products that add value to the lives of their customers worldwide. With continuous growth driven by ongoing development and investment, it is an exciting time to join their team as an EHS Manager at their COMAH site.
Salary and Benefits of the EHS Manager
Annual Salary up to £75,000
Performance Related Annual Bonus
Private Medical Insurance
Competitive Company Pension Scheme
33 Days Annual Leave
Life Assurance Policy
Role of the EHS Manager
As the EHS Manager, you will promote best practice for the management of Health, Safety and Environmental factors in order to achieve continuous improvement and performance of the Health and Safety on site.
Key Responsibilities:
To maintain good working knowledge of all relevant Health, Safety and Environmental guidelines, including: COMAH, Human Factors, DSEAR PUWER, COSHH etc.
To ensure that all programmes of work are identified to ensure compliance with the correct regulations and regulatory bodies.
Lead the development and improvement of the safety management systems to ensure that hazards are identifies and risks are evaluated proactively.
To support the engineering and new product development areas by developing robust systems to assess new projects and ensure that they are safe before operation on the manufacturing plant.
Developing strong links with parent companies to ensure best practice is shared and learnt.
Essential Criteria of the EHS Manager:
Experience of working on a COMAH Site within a EHS Position
Degree qualified within a relevant subject
Hold a NEBOSH qualification
Knowledge and understanding of Process Safety
Knowledgeable within EHS legislation and regulations
Understanding of REACH Regulations
How to Apply: If this position of the EHS Manager sounds like something that could be of interest, submit your CV to apply direct!
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Senior Physicist – Fluid Mechanics
A leading innovator of complex scientific instrumentation ais looking for a Fluid Mechanics Physicist to join their team of class-leading engineers and scientists.
We are considering physicist with two years of commercial experience through to principal level and team leaders.
As a Physicist you will be involved in all aspects of the design and development of the company’s scientific products. This will include inventing brand-new products, simulation and analysis, prototype design and lab testing.
You will get the chance to apply your experimental and analytical physics knowledge to solve real-world problems and you will be applying your experience to products that aim to change the game.
To be considered for this exciting role you will need to have a solid understanding of physics fundamentals with good knowledge of fluid mechanics. This will ideally be coupled with a strong academic record and experience within a commercial setting
In exchange for your skills and expertise, the company offer a highly competitive package as well as providing excellent career progression and training as well as providing a platform for you to work on start of the art technologies and testing equipment.
For more information, make a confidential application now and a member of our team will be in touch with more information.
Newton Colmore is a highly specialist recruitment consultancy operating within the medical devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance and Field Service Engineering sectors throughout Europe and the US.
Key words: Physics, Physicist, Medical Devices, Mechanics, Fluidics, Acoustics, Experimental Physics, Fluid Mechanics,....Read more...
Firmware Engineer – Complex Technology
Newton Colmore is working with a research company in Cambridge, and we are searching for an electronics and firmware engineer to join their team.
This company work on highly complex research programmes, developing devices and applications for the defence and security industries. They are now looking for an engineer to join the team and take lead on electronics and firmware-focused research. You will be working alongside physicists, mechanical engineers and fellow electronics engineers in world-class labs and workspaces in Cambridge.
Your work will be highly confidential and top secret, meaning that you will need to attain security clearance in order to be successful in this role.
I am unable to disclose any project examples in this advert but the company would be able to shed more light on current and past projects throughout the interview process.
The company offer tailored salaries to meet your requirements, which come along with performance bonuses and market-leading employer pension contributions, plus a variety of other benefits. This company dedicate time and resources to their engineer’s development.
It is expected that you will have prior experience with developing electronics and firmware solutions for complex devices, coupled with strong academics. The role is open on experience level, as the company prioritise skills over years of experience and so it can be tailored to fit the right engineer.
For more information, make a confidential application now and a member of our team will be in touch with more details.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a specialist recruitment company within the Medical Devices, Scientific Engineering, Data Science, Machine Learning, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance and Field Service Engineering sectors.
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Senior Electromagnetics Physicist – Cambridge
A market leading product innovation company within the Cambridge technology cluster are actively looking for experienced Electromagnetics Physicists or Engineers to join their team of highly skilled engineers and scientists to work on state-of-the art technologies.
This exciting new role will give the Electromagnetics Physicist an excellent opportunity to work on state of the art electronics systems. The company have a high staff retention rate and like to promote from within which means they will give you all the training and guidance you need to work your way through the company. In regard to the nitty-gritty elements of the role you will be responsible for the design, development and testing of either incremental improvements for well-known products or brand new disruptive technologies, alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.
Within this role you will be responsible for the full development process, from initial eureka moment to readying the product for manufacture. You will be working on propagation, penetration, interference, and interaction with electronics projects on complex devices for the defence industry. This means that you will need to be able to attain the highest level of UK security clearance.
To be considered for this exciting Electromagnetics role you will need to have experience with developing devices that utilise electromagnetics technology, coupled with strong academics and maths skills.
In exchange for your skills and expertise, the company offer a highly competitive package as well as providing excellent career progression and training and relocation assistance if required. The company also have a bonus programme and have just moved into a state-of-the-art HQ.
For more information, make an application now and a member of our team will be in touch with more details.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a highly specialist recruitment consultancy operating within the medical devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance and Field Service Engineering sectors throughout Europe and the US.
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Electronics Engineer Consultant – Security Clearance – Cambridge
A new design consultancy, based in Cambridge, are currently looking for a Electronics Engineer Consultant to add to the team of experienced experts, specifically with a focus on security cleared projects.
Although this is a new design consultancy, they have the backing of larger companies meaning you still have the job security of working for a large company. You will also have benefits including pension, share purchase schemes, healthcare, life assurance and other excellent benefits not normally available to smaller organisations.
We are looking for an Electronics Engineer who has ideally worked on MOD, Security Clearance or other sensitive technologies. Due to the nature of consultancy services, your electronics experience could be across a number of fields such as RF Engineering, Microwave Electronics, Analogue Electronics, Sensors Technologies, PCB Electronics or other complex electronics design.
It will also be ideal if you have specific Firmware, Embedded or other software experience.
Due to the nature of work, you must already hold or be able to obtain security clearance.
Apart from the benefits, you will be rewarded with an excellent salary, career opportunities and a continued skills training to keep you at the forefront of technologies.
This is a rare opportunity to be involved with a design consultancy at the ground level, meaning future career development will be more likely than with other consultancies or companies. Due to this, I’m expecting a lot of interest in this role. If you are interested in the role, apply now or risk missing out.
For more information, please feel free to call Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices recruitment and Scientific recruitment specialists Newton Colmore Consulting, on +44 121 268 2240 or make an application and one of our team at Newton Colmore Consulting will contact you.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a specialist recruitment company within the Medical Devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Data Science, Healthcare Communications. Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance and Field Service Engineering sectors.
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Business Development Manager – Biotech CDMO
A market leading biotech CDMO in Cambridge are actively looking for a Business Development Manager to drive new commercial goals and strategies.
Working as the face of the business your responsibilities will include working out the best business development plans for products and services that combine biology and engineering, executing said plans, having consultative conversations with new clients and leading obtained projects. With these duties you will need to have a hands-on scientific background in the biotechnology sector, ideally within biomanufacturing and/or synthetic biology.
You’ll be working with customers across the globe and often across multiple sites at once in this expansive role. It will be your responsibility to translate the needs of the customer and to relay this information to key people within the business.
This role is ideal for a commercial-minded scientist who has both hands-on research experience and business development experience.
This is a key role for the company, and you will be afforded the autonomy to really make this role your own. This autonomy will of course come with guidance from senior people in the organisation and there will be a defined career path for you to follow.
The company are offer market-leading, tailored packages to secure the right people for their roles. This is coupled with excellent training and development as well as profit sharing as well as providing state-of-the-art labs and workspaces for their scientists.
We are open to people who are already in a senior role and people looking to take a step up in responsibility.
The client is ideally looking for people who have experience within cellular agriculture, bio-based chemical manufacturing, or more generally, biomanufacturing.
For more information, make a confidential application now and a member of our team will be in touch with more details.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a highly specialist recruitment consultancy operating within the Medical Devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance and Field Service Engineering sectors throughout Europe and the US.
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Optical Physicist – Complex R&D – Cambridge
A leading technology innovator in the heart of Cambridge’s tech hub are looking for an optical physicist to join their up-and-coming team of engineers and scientists.
Because of the nature of the work and the culture of the business we are looking for people who love solving complex engineering problems and who have a passion for optics.
As an Optical Physicist you will be applying your sound engineering and physics experience to the design of highly complex devices and hardware, all aiming to provide a step-change in innovation. Your work will involve coming up with new ideas and inventions around advanced technologies and you will take your ideas from initial concept all the way through to manufacturing.
The types of devices that you will be optics-based, including propagation, imaging systems, fibre optics, high power and ultrafast lasers, fluorescence imaging and interaction of light with real-world surfaces.
You will be joining a well-established team of engineers, scientists and innovators and will also have new projects on the horizon as this company invests heavily into research and development.
To be considered for this exciting Optical Physicist you will need to have experience of developing optics-based technologies within a commercial setting, coupled with a strong academics and first principles knowledge and excellent pen-and-paper maths skills. This role is in the defence industry which means that the role is open to British nationals only, due to security clearance criteria.
In exchange for your skills and expertise, the company offer a highly competitive package as well as providing excellent career progression and training.
For more information, please call Matthew Lowdon of Newton Colmore Consulting on 0044 121 268 2240 or make an application and one of our team will be in touch.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a highly specialist recruitment consultancy operating within the medical devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance and Field Service Engineering sectors throughout Europe and the US.
Key words: Optics, physics, optical physicist, science, research, engineering, design, Cambridge
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Embedded Software Engineer – Security Clearance – Cambridge
A growing spinout security technology company, based in Cambridge, is currently seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to assist with the development, modification, and enhancement of various security technologies.
Your focus will span across radio, satellite, communications, radar, sensors, and other complex technologies used in the defence, aerospace, telecommunications, and other cutting-edge sectors, where you will contribute to the development of new technologies.
You will collaborate with a team of experts, including electronics design engineers, software engineers, mechanical engineers, physicists, and other specialists. You won't necessarily need prior experience in the specific sector, as this is trainable, but you should have substantial experience in developing embedded systems using C/C++ programming languages.
This company provides bespoke products and services for clients, ensuring that your projects will always be unique, presenting their own set of problems and challenges to keep you engaged. In addition to client projects, you will be involved in developing new versions of existing technology and improving current versions, offering a diverse and engaging role that will keep you interested for the long term.
While experience in telecommunications, aerospace, scientific, radar, radio, or other complex technologies that involve communication between devices would be ideal, it is not essential. Your experience as an Embedded Software Engineer is more crucial than the specific sector.
Certain roles may require security clearance, typically necessitating a British passport with no criminal record or a history of residing in the UK and paying taxes for several years (also with no criminal record).
This role has arisen due to the company's growth. They take pride in investing in their staff by providing continuous training to support your career development. They have received awards for their commitment to staff development.
In addition to award-winning training, career growth, and varied and unique work, you will receive a competitive starting salary, bonuses, pension contributions, medical insurance, life assurance, free parking, and other excellent benefits.
There are currently several openings for Embedded Software Engineers within the company, so they will consider candidates with different levels of experience, from those early in their careers to senior candidates with years of experience.
Salary will be determined based on experience, and there may be new roles approved in the future. If you are interested, we recommend submitting your application now to avoid missing out.
For further information, please do not hesitate to call Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices Recruitment and Scientific Recruitment Specialist at Newton Colmore, on +44 121 268 2240, or submit an application, and a member of our Newton Colmore team will contact you.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a specialist recruitment company within the Medical Devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, and Field Service Engineering sectors.....Read more...
Medical Devices Consultant – Senior Mechanical Engineer – Cambridge
Due to the growth of a leading Medical Devices organisation, we are currently seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer, Project Manager, Medical Devices Inventor, or Mechanical Design Consultant for a newly approved role. The company is based in Cambridge and boasts some of the most impressive labs globally, which they are currently enhancing even further.
You will collaborate with other experts in Medical Devices who have backgrounds in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, Electronics Design, Electronics Engineering, Physical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, and various other skills essential for inventing Medical Technology. Consequently, teamwork will be crucial.
In this role, you will lead projects, necessitating experience as a consultant, project manager, or another role involving interactions with third parties. Additionally, you will apply your skills hands-on, directly contributing to the development of new Medical Devices.
We require several years of experience in Mechanical Design of Medical Devices. Familiarity with any 3D CAD tool is acceptable, as we understand that you can be trained on the necessary tools when required. However, knowledge of SolidWorks would be advantageous.
Most individuals in similar roles hold a degree in a Mechanical Engineering field, but experience takes precedence.
In terms of experience, we welcome candidates ranging from those stepping up to a Senior Mechanical Engineer role to individuals with several years of experience as a Medical Devices Consultant or Senior Mechanical Engineer.
This organisation has an outstanding track record of fostering continuous learning to keep you at the forefront of the Medical Devices sector. Consequently, opportunities for career and skills development are always available.
In addition to these benefits, you will receive an excellent salary (commensurate with your level of experience), a substantial bonus, a generous pension plan, healthcare coverage, complimentary meals throughout the day, life assurance, access to social clubs, wellness programs, an onsite gym, and other exceptional perks that are not commonly offered by most companies.
We anticipate substantial interest in this role, so if you are interested, we recommend submitting your application promptly. The organisation is open to candidates with varying levels of experience. If you possess some of the required skills but not all, it may still be worth applying as training could be provided (though you must have industry experience as a Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Designer for Medical Devices as a minimum).
For more information, please feel free to call Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices Recruitment and Scientific Recruitment Specialist at Newton Colmore, at +44 121 268 2240. Alternatively, you can submit an application, and a member of our team at Newton Colmore will contact you.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a specialised recruitment company operating within the fields of Medical Devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, and Field Service Engineering sectors.....Read more...
