Permanent
Research and Development
Inchinnan

Senior Product Development Engineer

Ref: 379| Posted: 19th Feb 2026

We are seeking a talented and driven Senior Product Development Engineer to join our Pipeline, Surgical & Hybrid R&D team, contributing to the design and development of innovative Class III medical devices. In this role, you will translate design inputs into robust product solutions that meet performance, manufacturability, regulatory and quality requirements.

You will play a key part in the full product lifecycle—from early concept evaluation through to verification, documentation and transfer to manufacturing—working closely with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Clinical Services, Marketing, and healthcare professionals.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Participation in the innovation of new ideas & evaluation of concepts
  • Responsible for component or device design, including fully dimensioned CAD drawings, material selection meeting biocompatibility requirements, bill of materials, supplier liaising, etc
  • Responsible for design related Risk Analysis (Design FMEA)
  • Responsible for definition of Design Verification protocols, data analysis and report generation
  • Responsible for ensuring that design activity is fully documented per Design Control requirements
  • Internal liaison and knowledge transfer to Manufacturing, Quality, Clinical Services and Marketing
  • Liaison with customers including surgeons and medical professionals to establish new product requirements
  • Responsible for planning and coordinating activities assigned by Core Teams to ensure completion of deliverables in line with project plan
  • As required, lead discussions at Design Review, report to Design Review team regarding project timescales/ costs etc
  • As required, authority, accountability and day-to-day responsibility for delivering project in line with agreed objectives

 

Essential Qualifications & Experience

  • Engineering Graduate BSc (or Equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or relevant discipline
  • Relevant previous experience
  • Proven ability with component design & development
  • Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Clear and efficient communication skills
  • Planning & organising skills with ability to work to deadlines (Use of MS Project)
  • Effective decision maker
  • Effective presentation skills (MS PowerPoint)
  • Ability to document work in line with Design Control & Quality Systems including FMEA
  • Generation of Engineering Drawings (3D Solid Edge, Solid Works)