Mechanical Design Engineer - Life Sciences

Overview

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Role: Mechanical Design Engineer

Duration: 12 months

Location: Stevenage, SG1 2BP
(on-site 2-3 days per-week)

Rate: Up to £50/hour (Umbrella)

Inside IR35

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join an innovative R&D team in Stevenage on a 12-month contract. This role will focus on the design and development of advanced hardware solutions for next-generation bioprocessing technologies.

• Lead hardware development projects, including new product features and assembly processes.
• Produce design specifications, drawings, prototypes, testing plans, and technical reports.
• Collaborate with suppliers on prototypes and pre-production builds, supporting transfer into manufacturing.
• Conduct laboratory testing to support design validation, verification, and troubleshooting.
• Utilise CAD software and prototyping methods including 3D printing, CNC machining, and injection moulding.

• Degree in Mechanical/Design Engineering (2:1 or above) or similar.
• 3+ years' experience in mechanical engineering within R&D environments.
• Strong background in component design for processes such as machining, sheet metalwork, and injection moulding.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD packages.
• Practical, hands-on approach to problem solving.
• Must have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available).

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the design and delivery of cutting-edge life sciences hardware.

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