Blatchford is a multi-award-winning, global, manufacturer of some of the world’s most advanced prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices.
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Our evidence-based approach and commitment to continuously challenge possibilities ensures our mobility solutions prioritise the wellbeing and long-term health of our users. Through science, technology, and maintaining a clear focus on people, we make mobility possible.
Due to continued growth, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, with an expertise in mechanical actuation systems and hydraulics, to join our newly established Innovation and Advanced Development division of our dynamic, multidisciplinary R&D department.
The Role
As Lead Mechanical Design Engineer – Hydraulics, you will clearly interpret our medical device requirements and take full responsibility for originating innovative design.
You will develop complex CAD geometry, concurrently performing or overseeing digital simulations.
You will join a comprehensive team delivering medical devices suitable for economic manufacture.
Key duties:
* Designing and implementing hydraulic actuator systems including, valve & motor control solutions according to the technical requirements.
* Generating and evaluating detail engineering CAD geometry, demonstrating
* accurate design intends, simulating dynamic motion, limits/fits and
* accurately define methods of manufacture.
* Liaising with Systems engineering and clinical partners to capture user
* requirements, executing work packages inside our product verification and
* validation procedures.
* Originating and maintain risk management documentation, (ISO 14971)
* collaborating at design and project review meetings, comfortable
* presenting technical data, with recommended actions.
* Producing and maintaining technical documentation, in accordance with ISO
* 13485, FDA and an excellent understanding of the MDR requirements.
* Analysing technical requirements, evaluate different approaches and support the selection of suitable technologies, materials and components.
What are we looking for?
Key Skills & Experience:
Essential:
* Degree in Mechanical Engineer or related field.
* Proven experience operating within a CAD environment.
* Experience operating within a safety critical or highly regulated industry.
* Extensive experience of designing hydraulic actuator systems
* Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, comfortable operating in a fast-paced matrix organisation.
What can Blatchford offer you?
* Competitive salary
* 25 days holiday – increased after service.
* Option to purchase additional holiday.
* Flexible, hybrid working with early finish on a Friday.
* Pension
* Death in Service
* On Demand Pay
* Health cash plan
* Discounted shopping/leisure activity vouchers
* Cycle to work scheme.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work as part of a dynamic R&D team, within a unique environment and contribute to the success of our award-winning organisation.
If you feel like you meet the above criteria for the Lead Mechanical Design Engineer - Hydraulics, then please apply now!