Medical Device Engineer – Yourgene Health, Manchester
If you want to build medical devices that genuinely push the boundaries of diagnostic technology, this is a rare opportunity to do exactly that — hands-on, at the heart of a specialist R&D-driven team.
Competitive Salary + Pension, Life Assurance, Private Healthcare + Free Onsite Car Parking
About the Role
As a Medical Device Engineer at Yourgene Health's Manchester facility, you'll lead the assembly, testing, and optimisation of electronic instrumentation systems that underpin cutting-edge diagnostic products.
You'll work closely with the R&D Manager (Yourgene Health Canada), engineers, scientists, and manufacturing personnel — and directly supervise two Device Assembly Technicians.
What You'll Be Doing
- Assemble and calibrate instrumentation systems, including sensors, transmitters, and PCB boards
- Test and verify assembled systems to ensure accurate measurement, correct function, and quality compliance
- Diagnose and resolve issues arising during assembly or testing using strong fault-finding skills
- Maintain detailed documentation of assembly processes, test results, and calibration procedures in line with the Quality Management System
- Drive continuous improvement to streamline assembly workflows and reduce device costs
- Manage component stock levels to meet forecasted demand accurately
- Adhere to safety protocols, industry regulations, and quality control standards
Who You'll Work With
- Yourgene Health R&D and Operations teams
- Internal functions including Quality, Regulatory, Finance, and Admin
- External suppliers, commercial partners, and customers
- External consultants appointed by Yourgene Health
What We're Looking For
- HNC or above in Mechatronics Engineering, Engineering Physics, or a related multi-disciplinary field
- Minimum 5 years' experience in electronic device assembly or testing
- Working knowledge of IEC 61010-1 safety requirements
- Proficiency with PCB layout software such as Eagle or KiCAD
- Practical electrical skills — fault finding, use of multimeters and oscilloscopes, and competent soldering
- Experience with ISO 13485 Quality Management Systems (beneficial)
- Basic software or firmware development experience (beneficial)
- Experience with ERP systems (beneficial)
- Strong planning, organisational, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and meet deadlines under pressure
- Experience in interdisciplinary teams (desirable)
Our Values
- Collaboration – we achieve more together
- Innovation – we push what's possible
- Recognition – we value contribution
- Integrity – we do the right thing
- Commitment – we see things through
Closing date: Sunday 22nd November
If you're an engineer who wants to see your work make a real difference in medical diagnostics, click Apply and take the next step in your career with Yourgene Health.
Medical Device Engineer in Manchester employer: Yourgene Health
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