At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative mechanical projects from concept to prototyping in a collaborative environment.
- Company: Specialist product design consultancy in the medical technology sector.
- Benefits: Hybrid work model, competitive salary, and opportunities for leadership growth.
- Other info: Hands-on role with excellent career progression in a non-hierarchical culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in medical technology while mentoring the next generation of engineers.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in mechanical engineering with strong project leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 70000 £ per year.
An opportunity has arisen for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join a specialist product design and engineering consultancy operating within the medical technology and highly regulated product development sector. The organisation delivers end-to-end engineering solutions for global clients, working across early-stage concept development, detailed mechanical design, prototyping, testing and design for manufacture. Projects range from single-use medical devices through to complex electromechanical systems, with a strong emphasis on practical engineering, rapid iteration and rigorous technical validation.
This is a highly collaborative and hands-on engineering environment where Principal Engineers play a key role in both technical delivery and project leadership. The culture is non-hierarchical, with engineers at all levels encouraged to contribute to technical direction, problem-solving and innovation. The Principal Mechanical Engineer will act as a technical lead across multiple projects, combining deep engineering expertise with client-facing responsibility and delivery ownership. The role also provides a pathway into broader leadership responsibilities within a growing engineering team.
Main Responsibilities:
- Lead the delivery of complex mechanical product development projects from concept through to prototyping and validation
- Provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Develop innovative mechanical design solutions for regulated medical and industrial applications
- Produce and review detailed mechanical designs with a strong focus on design for manufacture and assembly
- Build and test prototypes, including hands-on laboratory and workshop-based development work
- Design and develop test rigs and experimental validation setups
- Act as the primary technical interface for clients, presenting design concepts, progress updates and technical findings
- Translate customer requirements into practical engineering solutions and project deliverables
- Manage project scope, timelines and budgets across multiple concurrent programmes
- Mentor and support the development of junior and mid-level engineers
- Contribute to client engagement and support the development of new project opportunities through technical input
Requirements:
- Significant mechanical engineering experience (typically 10+ years) in product development or consultancy environments
- Strong track record of delivering mechanical engineering projects from concept to manufacture
- Experience leading technical projects and multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Strong client-facing capability, including presentations and technical discussions
- Proven ability to manage project timelines, budgets and delivery expectations
- Hands-on engineering capability with experience in prototyping and testing
- Experience working within regulated industries such as medical devices, aerospace, defence or automotive
- Strong engineering fundamentals with excellent problem-solving ability
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
Desirable:
- Experience within medical device or medical technology development
- Exposure to SOLIDWORKS or similar CAD tools
- Experience in consultancy or contract product development environments
- Familiarity with design for manufacture and regulated product development processes
To apply for this Principal Mechanical Engineer role, please send your CV to Kishan Chandarana: 01582 878 830
Principal Mechanical Engineer employer: Redline Group Ltd
Join a leading engineering consultancy in Cambridge, where innovation meets collaboration in the medical technology sector. As a Principal Mechanical Engineer, you'll thrive in a non-hierarchical culture that values your expertise and encourages hands-on problem-solving, while also benefiting from opportunities for professional growth and leadership development within a dynamic team. Enjoy a hybrid work model that supports work-life balance, alongside engaging projects that make a real impact on global healthcare solutions.
