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You'll work closely with clients to understand their needs, challenge assumptions and develop innovative, commercially viable engineering solutions. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to a variety of technically demanding projects, taking ownership of engineering challenges while building strong relationships with colleagues and clients.\nThis role would suit an engineer who combines strong mathematical and analytical abilities with practical engineering skills, intellectual curiosity and a genuine enthusiasm for consulting. You'll enjoy tackling unfamiliar problems, communicating complex ideas clearly and seeing your technical contributions make a tangible impact.\nYour responsibilities will include:\nDesigning and developing innovative mechanical systems, components and devices for wearable and implantable medical technologies.\n\nApplying first-principles engineering, advanced mathematics and analytical techniques to solve complex technical challenges.\n\nDeveloping engineering calculations, mathematical models and simulations to predict, understand and optimise product performance.\n\nTaking ownership of mechanical design activities, from initial concept development through to detailed design, prototyping and verification.\n\nDesigning, building and testing prototypes, using experimental data to validate calculations and refine engineering solutions.\n\nWorking directly with clients to understand their technical and commercial objectives, helping translate their needs into practical engineering solutions.\n\nCommunicating technical concepts, findings and recommendations clearly to clients and colleagues from a range of technical and non-technical backgrounds.\n\nApplying structured engineering processes and rigorous documentation practices to support product development within highly regulated environments.\n\nCollaborating with multidisciplinary teams of engineers, physicists and scientists to develop integrated technologies.\n\nIdentifying technical risks, challenging assumptions and using sound engineering judgement to make informed decisions.\n\nContributing creative ideas and technical insight to project discussions, proposals and the development of new opportunities for clients.\n\n We're looking for a technically strong, curious and commercially aware Mechanical Engineer who enjoys tackling challenging problems and thrives in a collaborative, client-focused environment.\nTo be successful in this role, you'll have:\nA degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline, ideally at MEng level or above.\n\nDemonstrable industry experience in mechanical engineering and product development, with the ability to take ownership of technical challenges and deliver robust engineering solutions.\n\nExperience developing physical products or complex mechanical systems within a highly regulated industry, where robust design, verification and documentation are essential.\n\nExcellent mathematical and analytical skills, with the ability to apply first-principles engineering calculations to complex technical challenges.\n\nA strong understanding of core mechanical engineering principles, including mechanics, materials, structural analysis and thermodynamics.\n\nExperience using engineering analysis, numerical modelling or simulation techniques to inform and validate design decisions.\n\nPractical experience in mechanical design, CAD, prototyping and testing.\n\nAn understanding of the product development lifecycle, from concept generation through to detailed design and verification.\n\nStrong problem-solving skills, with the ability to approach unfamiliar or ambiguous technical challenges in a logical, structured and creative way.\n\nExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the confidence to explain complex technical ideas clearly and engage effectively with clients and multidisciplinary teams.\n\nCommercial awareness and an appreciation of how engineering decisions influence product performance, development costs, timelines and client objectives.\n\nThe ability to take ownership of technical challenges, work independently when required and adapt to changing project requirements.\n\nA collaborative, proactive approach, with the curiosity and enthusiasm to learn new technologies and contribute beyond your immediate technical specialism.\n\nIt would also be advantageous to have:\nExperience developing medical devices, particularly wearable or implantable technologies.\n\nFamiliarity with medical device development processes, design controls or relevant regulatory standards.\n\nExperience with finite element analysis (FEA) or other advanced engineering simulation tools.\n\nExperience working on miniaturised mechanical systems, precision mechanisms or complex electromechanical products.\n\nPrevious experience in an engineering consultancy, product development consultancy or client-facing technical environment.\n\nExperience contributing to technical proposals, feasibility studies or early-stage product development discussions.\n\nAbove all, we're looking for someone who combines strong engineering fundamentals with the curiosity, adaptability and communication skills of a great consultant. You'll enjoy getting to the heart of complex problems, challenging conventional thinking and working collaboratively to develop innovative solutions that deliver genuine value to clients.\n Benefits\nTTP is an employee-owned business, based at TTP Campus in Melbourn, just 10 miles south of Cambridge. Our purpose-built, sustainable offices and laboratories are set in green surroundings, creating an inspiring environment for innovation. 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