Job Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer
Employment Type: Full time
Location: Oxford
Practice: Product Design Engineering
Role Overview
Osler is looking for an experienced Senior mechanical engineer to join the team in Oxford. A proactive problem solver capable of driving effective solutions through design and documentation. This role focuses on leading design & development of mechanical components with a significant focus on preparation for design verification and future validation exercises. The role will involve operating as a design leader within cross functional teams to deliver against key company targets.
Key Responsibilities
* Design prototype and develop mechanical components and assemblies into production
* Support cross functional teams with engineering experience and best practice
* Support design verification through structured testing and documentation
* Plan and manage time and resources against the projects
* Lead RCIs FMEAs reviews and reports
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design integrity
* Mentor and inspire others within the team and organisation
Ideal Candidate Profile
* Proactive and able to operate efficiently in a fast‑paced structured engineering environment
* Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in documentation
* Ability to manage small teams and work constructively within cross functional teams
* Able to demonstrate good communication skills to teams and upwards to management
* Demonstrates diligence and discipline in engineering practices
Training & Development
* Opportunities to tackle complex engineering challenges with mentorship and team support
* Bringing your ideas to life as they enter production scale up and beyond
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
Skills and Experience
* Product Development: Solid understanding of how to design, develop, engineer and implement components into an internal or external production environment
* Manufacturing & Design Experience: Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, material selection and proficiency in CAD tools, particularly SolidWorks and PDM
* Verification & Validation: Experience with engineering verification and validation methodologies including their application in product development cycles
* Technical Drawing Proficiency: Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) for accurate and compliant technical drawings
* Quality & Compliance familiarity: Interest in developing personal practices aligned with Good Documentation Practice (GDP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
* Industry Experience: Prior experience ideally within regulated sectors such as diagnostics or medical devices demonstrating an understanding of requirements‑driven engineering. Osler will also welcome applications from recent graduates with suitable experience
* Right to work in the UK
Note
The successful candidate is expected to normally work 5 days per week at Osler’s offices in central Oxford. Some travel may be expected to support operations with Osler’s contract manufacturers and suppliers.
There is no perfect candidate and no single person can do it all, but if this sounds like you or what you could be and you’re looking for somewhere to thrive, we want to hear from you.
We look forward to receiving your application. If you have any questions please contact us.
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