About the Role
Insight Surgery supports surgeons in planning complex procedures by designing and manufacturing cutting-edge patient-specific medical devices, including anatomical models, surgical cutting guides and custom implants. We work with a range of clients, including the NHS and leading medical device manufacturers. We are also expanding in the United States, partnering with major institutions to deliver our unique Point of Care service model.
We are seeking a motivated Biomedical Engineer to join our growing team and help develop patient-specific medical devices and surgical solutions. You will convert medical imaging data into bespoke surgical cutting and drilling guides, using planning tools that support surgeons and improve patient outcomes.
Working closely with surgeons, engineers and manufacturing teams, you will take patient-specific solutions from initial concept through to delivery. The role suits someone who enjoys solving complex anatomical challenges, using advanced 3D technologies and making a tangible impact in the operating theatre.
This is a challenging and rewarding position with the opportunity to improve patient outcomes in some of the UK’s leading hospitals. Our point-of-care approach offers autonomy and responsibility, supported by a structured pathway for career development.
This role is based in the North West, supporting the business at one of our hubs (Manchester, Liverpool or Wigan), and reports directly to Insight Surgery’s UK based Head of Engineering.
Responsibilities
- Project manage and own the end-to-end design workflow, ensuring compliance with the ISO 13485 certified Quality Management System.
- Use validated segmentation software to convert patient scan data into 3D anatomical models for clinical cases.
- Collaborate with surgeons and clinical teams throughout planning and design to deliver patient-specific medical devices.
- Use CAD to design solutions for a broad range of clinical indications.
- Lead case discussions, communicate design concepts and technical solutions clearly and effectively to ensure on-time delivery for surgery.
- Prepare the design files for 3D printing and production workflows, print devices to a high standard, then complete post-processing, finishing and inspection.
- Carry out routine maintenance and calibration of facility equipment in line with the scheduled plan.
- Attend surgical cases, where required, to support surgeons.
- Support with the improvement of internal workflows.
- Support third-party audits via strong knowledge of company procedures and compliance processes.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Biomedical Engineering or a similar related discipline.
- Experience using enterprise-level medical segmentation software, ideally focused on the design or manufacture of patient-specific surgical guides.
- Industry experience designing patient-specific surgical guides using CAD.
- Knowledge of human anatomy and orthopaedic surgical procedures.
Preferred Specific Knowledge & Skills
- Materialise Mimics experience, including segmentation of CT and MRI datasets.
- Geomagic Freeform experience.
- Experience with 3D printing technologies (FDM, SLA and SLS) and associated post-processing/inspection.
- Experience designing patient-specific solutions for orthopaedic oncology cases.
- Strong project management and stakeholder communication skills.
Salary & Benefits
- Core working hours: 09:00–18:00, Monday to Friday.
- 21 days’ annual leave allowance, plus UK bank holidays.
- Hybrid working, with the option to work from home one day per week.
- Competitive salary, based on experience.
- Performance-based bonus scheme of up to 12% of annual salary, paid twice yearly.
- Employer contribution of 3% of salary per annum to the UK Government NEST pension.
- Discretionary annual salary review/increase.
- Future opportunity to join Insight Surgery’s Company Share Options scheme.
