(Senior) Design Engineer

Department: Engineering

Location: United Kingdom (Remote/Hybrid role)

Reports to: Principal Engineer

Company Overview:

implantcast is a leading provider of high-quality, innovative medical devices, specialising in oncology, revision, tumor, and custom solutions. We are dedicated to improving patient outcomes by offering the gold standard in service and technologies.

Position Summary

We are seeking a creative and technically skilled (Senior) Design Engineer to join our UK Engineering team, specialising in the design of custom-made orthopaedic implants and instruments. This hands-on role focuses on translating patient-specific imaging data into designs that address unique clinical needs, working within a regulated medical device environment.

You will collaborate closely with a cross functional team to deliver innovative, high-quality, patient-specific solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who enjoys turning complex anatomical challenges into successful, life-improving outcomes for patients.

Key Responsibilities

Custom Design & 3D Modelling

• Create and develop patient-specific implant and instrument designs based on CT/MRI data using approved CAD and segmentation software (e.g. Freeform, SolidWorks, Simpleware).
• Design components for specific patients, based on the specifications directly from clinicians for optimal functional performance.
• Prepare 3D models, drawings, and manufacturing data for production and surgical use.
• Maintain design traceability and version control in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.

Collaboration & Communication

• Support sales teams to liaise with clinicians and surgeons to capture requirements, review design proposals, and incorporate clinical feedback.
• Collaborate with Quality, Operations, and external partners to ensure designs are manufacturable, compliant, and aligned with project timelines.
• Contribute to design reviews, risk assessments, and validation activities.

Quality & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure all design activities comply with the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) and relevant regulatory standards (e.g. ISO 13485, MDR).
• Maintain clear and traceable design documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in post-market review and improvement processes where relevant.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Support the continuous improvement of design workflows, tools, and documentation.
• Contribute to R&D and innovation initiatives aimed at improving patient-specific design methodologies and product outcomes.
• Engage with internal and external partners to identify opportunities for design optimisation, automation, and enhanced clinical outcomes.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Strong understanding of anatomy, biomechanics, and orthopaedic implant design principles.
• Proven experience in 3D CAD modelling and design within a medical devices context.
• Proficiency in software relevant to custom made device design (e.g. Freeform, Simpleware, or similar 3D design/segmentation platforms).
• Familiarity with medical device design processes and regulatory frameworks (e.g. ISO 13485, MDR).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to discuss technical detail confidently with clinical partners.

Desirable:

• Experience working directly with patient imaging data (CT/MRI).
• Exposure to additive manufacturing or custom medical device production environments.
• Knowledge of design verification, validation, and risk management principles (e.g. FMEA).
• Interest in digital workflows, design automation, or emerging technologies in patient-specific solutions.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Product Design, or a related technical field.
• Specialist training or Postgraduate qualification in medical device design, CAD, or other relevant fields is an advantage.