Overview
Empowering careers at ARJO
At Arjo, we know what moves us. We go above and beyond for people facing mobility challenges. We take every opportunity to work and grow as one team and take pride in sharing our knowledge and experience. Does that sound like something that moves you too?
This could be your opportunity to begin a challenging and rewarding career in a healthcare company that empowers movement for people with mobility challenges.
Position
Position: Electronics Design Manager
Location: Cardiff, UK
Job Type: Permanent
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week
Summary
Are you ready to lead a dynamic team of Medical Device Design engineers? Join us in Cardiff and drive innovation in a multi-discipline team environment, working on cutting-edge product development and maintenance.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Regulatory Ensure all engineering activities comply with company QA procedures and regulatory regimes such as Medical Device Regulation (EU), ISO13485 (Int), FDA CFR820 (USA), and standards like IEC 60601, ISO 14971.
Design Management
* Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing electronics design team, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and career development support.
* Set clear objectives, manage performance, and conduct regular appraisals to ensure a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
* Support the Project manager in the planning and execution of embedded electronics design projects from concept through to production, meeting timeline, budget, and quality objectives.
* Liaise closely with cross-functional teams and coordinate with third parties such as suppliers, partnered organisations, end users and regulatory approval organisations.
* Drive technological innovation by staying abreast of emerging trends in electronics, sensor technologies, embedded systems, and regulatory standards relevant to patient monitoring medical devices.
* Review technical designs, schematics, and prototypes, ensuring compliance with internal and external standards, including EMC, safety, and environmental regulations.
* Work closely with product management, sales, and customer support teams to translate market requirements and customer feedback into innovative design solutions.
* Manage continuing improvements/support of existing Electronic Designs of products and processes.
* To ensure engineering activities are carried out in accordance with company QA procedures (SOPs), ISO9001, EN46001, ISO13485, Medical Device Regulation (MDR) and FDA QSR820 requirements.
* Responsible for the recruitment of new staff.
* Responsible for minimizing “Time to Market” by continuous review of design tools and processes.
Project Management
Generate regular progress reports and liaise with other departments to ensure a smooth and rapid transition of new products from design to market. Perform any other duties required to meet organizational objectives.
Knowledge/Skills/Experience
* Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.
* Proven track record in electronics design and development, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role within a high technology, regulated industry.
* Experience of embedded & application development environment.
* Knowledge of CAD tools such as schematic capture, PCB layout & simulation tools.
* Demonstrated experience managing multiple, complex projects simultaneously, delivering on time and within budget.
* Knowledge and experience of adhering to the regulations concerning medical devices e.g. formal design control, risk management, usability engineering.
* Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and written communication skills to interact effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
What We Offer
Support our vision of collective excellence in healthcare. We value our global employees and offer full support, training, and opportunities for professional development, along with a competitive package.
Why Diversity Matters to Us
At Huntleigh Healthcare, we believe in the power of diversity. We encourage applicants from all parts of society, fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and engaging environment in the workplace and the communities we serve. We value the uniqueness of all our people.
Where You Make a Difference
We care about what we do and how we do it. Our culture is built on four pillars:
* Diversity & Inclusion: Driving innovation and global growth.
* Winning as a Team: Empowering team members to make decisions at the right level.
* Leadership Style: Being visible, connecting with others, and leading by example.
* Core Values: Passion, Collaboration, Openness, Ownership & Excellence.
By applying for this role, you give Huntleigh permission to store your information. We look forward to receiving your application!
About Arjo
At Arjo, we believe that empowering movement within healthcare environments is essential to quality care. Our products and solutions are designed to promote a safe and dignified experience through patient handling, medical beds, personal hygiene, disinfection, diagnostics, and the prevention of pressure injuries and venous thromboembolism. With over 6000 people worldwide and 60 years caring for patients and healthcare professionals, we are committed to driving healthier outcomes for people facing mobility challenges.
For more information about Arjo visit www.arjo.com
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