Graduate Applied Science Engineer

About the Position

Graduate Applied Science Engineer – Cardiff, UK – Permanent – Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week

Support the design, development and implementation of transducers and technical solutions for the detection of physiological parameters.

• Conduct R&D to design and optimise ultrasonic transducers for fetal monitors and vascular assessment devices using Doppler technology.
• Investigate new technologies to enhance transducer performance and reliability.
• Stay abreast of advances in detection and monitoring of physiological vital signs, including maternal contractions, maternal heart rate, fetal heart rate, and fetal movement.
• Develop and utilise advanced simulation tools to model ultrasonic wave propagation and transducer behaviour for integration into medical devices.
• Design, build and rigorously test prototypes to validate design concepts and performance.
• Perform detailed acoustic and mechanical testing of transducers to ensure compliance with design specifications and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams—mechanical engineers, software developers and clinical experts—to deliver solutions.

Build quality into all aspects of work by maintaining compliance with all quality requirements.

• Experience or university exposure to MATLAB, Python or modelling software.
• Strong understanding of ultrasonic principles, including the Doppler shift.
• Knowledge of ultrasound/acoustic wave theory.
• Understanding of materials science and thermodynamics.
• Fundamentals of signal processing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a research‑focused team environment.

• Knowledge of electronics and real‑time embedded systems design.
• Experience with simulation and modelling software (e.g. COMSOL, ANSYS).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C or C++.
• Previous research experience or projects related to ultrasonic transducer development.
• Familiarity with design verification and validation processes.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards for medical devices.
• Experience with design control and risk management activities.

Minimum 2.2 degree in Physics, Medical Engineering or a related Engineering Degree.

Support for our vision that great healthcare is collective, global employee support, training and opportunities for professional development plus a competitive package.

21st November 2025

• Clerical
• Engineering
• Assembly Language
• Credit
• Clinical

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Vacancy: 1