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We want to deepen and broaden the skills we already have in the group, and to add to its great culture. This role would suit someone in the early stages of their career, looking for their next stepwithin an innovative company. \nThis team works predominantly across healthcare projects, and you will use your engineering skills at all stages of the development life-cycle, taking responsibility for design problemsand technical questions. \nThere is no deadline for this role, as we recruit on a rolling basis. Once the position is filled, we will close the advert. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. \nWhat you’llbe doing \nThe majority of your time will be spent delivering exceptional mechanical engineering for our multi-national medical technology clients, understanding their requirements and communicating clearly and effectively. You will be hands-on in solving complex mechanical problems, often alongside other disciplines, within supportive project teams. \nYou will work on projects across a range of healthcare sectors, including medical devices, drug delivery, surgical systems and diagnostics instruments. The technical problemswe tackle are ground-breaking, innovative and make a real difference to the landscape of medical technology. \nYou will guide aspects of the mechanical development and define technical solutions, using your experience to design systems and parts for manufacture by applying real-world knowledge. Your work is likely to include: \nFirst-principles engineering analysis \nConcept generation and the development of engineering designs \nRapid prototyping \nHands-on testing and experimentation, including the design and execution of test programmes \nDetailed design for manufacture and assembly, and liaising with suppliers \nPresenting results, both internally and to clients \nPreparing technical reports and producing high-quality documentation \n Our culture encourages team members to take on the level of responsibility that suits them. You will have the opportunity to significantly develop your skills and career, learn from others and make a substantial impact on our projects. \nWe are keen to support the development of our employees, and as such offer an extensive in-house training program. As you advance within the organisation there will be plenty of opportunities for you to develop your technical skills and specialism, take on more responsibility for guiding projects and teamsand/or focus more on supporting the development of sales opportunities. \nWhat you can bring \nYou’ll bring strong mechanical engineering ability and enthusiasm to the role. You will deliver high-quality work on client projects, to specification and to timelines. You will be responsible for delivering the tasks you’re assigned, and for defining tasks for yourself and often for others. \nTo be successful in this role, we would expect you to have the following skills and experience: \nAn undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering (or a related subject such as Biomedical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Mechatronics) or equivalent experience \nDesign engineering industry experience, for example (but not limited to) high proficiency in CAD (e.g. SolidWorks), design analysis, structural analysis, rapid prototyping, technical drawings, design for manufacture and design for assembly \nA proven track record of working in a diverse team and of successful delivery \nA creative and methodicalapproach to problem-solving and concept generation \nStrong written and verbal communication \nIn addition, the following would be of interest to us. However, if you don’t yet have experience in these areas, we will gladly train and develop the right person, so please still apply! \nExperience in a consulting environment \nExperience in medical device development, or other regulated product development \nFamiliarity with modelling and simulation toolssuch as Python/MATLAB, CFD and FEA \nAn interest in applying engineering to the biomedical field \nWhat we do \nCambridge Consultants is one of the world’s leading product development and technology consultancies, with a reputation for cutting-edge design, development and value creation for a global client base. We develop breakthrough technology for some of the most exciting companies on the planet. Our people, facilities and work make us unique. Our medical technology division develops some of the most novel products, with tangible and often life-changing benefits for users and patients. \n\nWhat we offer \n25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (with the option to buy 10 more a year) \nCompany bonus (profit share) \nFlexible working patterns and hybrid working \nMedical insurance and group income protection \nEmployee assistance programme and mental health support group \nEnhanced parental leave \nSabbatical leave \nTravel insurance (business and leisure) \nGenerous company pension plan \nPersonalised career development and training plans \nFree breakfast and two-course lunch in the office every day \nFree onsite parking and we are close to public transport links \nA variety of events organised by our social committee, ranging from summer and Christmas parties to board game nights and socials at our own rooftop bar! \nWhy Cambridge Consultants? \nAt Cambridge Consultants, you'll contribute to radical, new-to-the-world innovation that transforms business, society and the planet. Joining our multidisciplinary teams means helping to turn bold ideas into reality, harnessing the power of deep tech to create products, services and experiences that have never existed before. Whether you're advancing technologies, shaping strategy, supporting operations or driving commercial growth, it's an opportunity to make a real impact and help create the future. \nBy submitting an application to Cambridge Consultants, you confirm that the information provided in this application, together with any supporting documentation, is true, complete, and accurate to the best of your knowledge and belief. You understand that any false statement, misleading information, or material omission may render you liable to disqualification from the recruitment process, withdrawal of any offer of employment, or dismissal without notice if discovered following appointment. You acknowledge that the organisation reserves the right to verify the information supplied. \nBy submitting an application to Cambridge Consultants, you confirm that the information provided in this application, together with any supporting documentation, is true, complete, and accurate to the best of your knowledge and belief. You understand that any false statement, misleading information, or material omission may render you liable to disqualification from the recruitment process, withdrawal of any offer of employment, or dismissal without notice if discovered following appointment. 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