Biomedical Device Design jobs

We are seeking a Product Design Engineer to join our engineering team in Bristol. This is an opportunity to work on innovative product solutions within a structured environment, contributing to the design and development of mechanical, electrical, or control systems across ISO 9001 certified processes.

Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy.

About the opportunity

This role is based in Bristol, England, and offers the chance to develop your design engineering expertise within a collaborative team environment. You would contribute to product design initiatives from concept through to delivery, working with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet technical specifications, regulatory standards and manufacturing requirements. The position is offered on a contract basis at £250–280 per day, providing flexibility and the opportunity to gain broad exposure across multiple projects and design challenges.

What you would do

Typical responsibilities could include:

• Contributing to the design and development of mechanical, electrical, or control system components
• Producing technical drawings, specifications and design documentation to ISO 9001 standards
• Supporting design reviews, feasibility studies and concept evaluations
• Collaborating with manufacturing, quality and project teams to ensure designs are fit for production
• Assisting with CAD modelling, simulation and prototyping activities
• Documenting design decisions and maintaining accurate design records
• Supporting the resolution of design-related technical queries and issues

What you could bring

Most roles of this type require the following:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Controls or related discipline)
• Practical experience in product design or design engineering within a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with CAD software and technical drawing standards
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 or equivalent quality management systems
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work to specifications
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
• Authorization to work in the United Kingdom

What roles of this type could offer

Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:

• Exposure to multiple product design projects and engineering challenges
• Development of technical skills in CAD, design analysis and design documentation
• The opportunity to work within ISO 9001 certified processes and structured design environments
• Contract flexibility and competitive daily rates (£250–280 per day)
• Potential for extension or progression to permanent roles, subject to business need and performance
• A collaborative engineering culture with access to experienced design and engineering professionals

About SThree

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