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Optical Systems Development Engineer - MedTech
Newton Colmore is working with a medical technology company in Cambridgeshire and we are assisting them in their search for a highly skilled optical systems designer/engineer.
As an Optical Systems specialist you will be applying your sound engineering and physics experience to the design of highly complex devices and hardware, all aiming to provide a step-change in patient care and outcomes.
Your work will involve coming up with new ideas and inventions around advanced technologies and you will take your ideas from initial concept all the way through to manufacturing.
In particular your focus will be on simulation, prototyping, and testing of device components and systems ranging in size and complexity.
This role is at the intersection of mechanical design, physics and electronics and you will be joining a team of engineers and scientists who love solving complex problems with their work.
This is a vital role for the team as they enhance their design capabilities and so the seniority of the role is flexible and can be tailored to the right person.
To be considered for this role we are looking for candidates who have the following;
Proven experience with the design and development of optical systems.
Strong academics and fundamentals, ideally in physics or mechanical engineering.
Hands-on knowledge of optical design tools such as ZEMAX or OSLO etc.
It would be ideal to have prior medical devices knowledge or experience within a regulated industry.
In exchange for your skills and expertise, the company offer a tailored salary and package which includes monetary performance bonuses, a highly competitive pension contribution, plus a mix of other benefits.
You will also be joining a company has had worked hard to provide an environment that encourages new ideas.
For more information, please call Matthew Lowdon of Newton Colmore Consulting on 0044 121 268 2240 or make an application and one of our team will be in touch.
Newton Colmore is a highly specialist search firm and we help companies find best-in-class engineers and scientists to work on technologies and science that creates impact.
Key words: Optics, physics, optical physicist, science, research, engineering, design, Cambridge
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Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Tailored package + bonus
Posted: 2025-12-19 11:31:22
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Holt Engineering are looking for a Stores Person to join one of their engineering clients based in Farnborough.
As the Stores Person you will play a crucial role within the Goods In stores, shipping and logistics supporting the business in the upkeep and organisation of the onsite stores.
This is a permanent role working Full Time Monday to Thursday 8am - 4.45pm/ Friday 8am - 1pm
Paying £27,000 - £28,500 Per Annum
The key responsibilities for the Stores Person role will include:
- Kit preparing for the production team
- Packing for distribution to production
- Shipping products through the dispatch process
- Be responsible for organising and maintaining the stores and all physical stocks
- Ensuring all parts are stored and issue correctly to avoid damage.
- Follow all Health & Safety guidelines
- Inputting data information into computers
- Following instructions for picking & packing
To be a successful Stores Person you must:
- Have experience working within a Sheet metal/electro-mechanical manufacturing stores company (desirable)
- Have kitting experience
- High level of attention to detail
- Be PC literate
- Accurate data entry and stock checks experience
- Be able to read and follow instructions for picking & Packing
Benefits for the successful Stores Person:
- 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension Scheme
- Life insurance
- Cycle to work scheme
- On site parking
If you have the above experience and would like more information about the Stores person role, please apply with your CV or Call Sam on 07485 390946. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Farnborough,England
Start: 19/12/2025
Salary / Rate: £27000 - £28500 per annum
Posted: 2025-12-19 08:49:05
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Holt Engineering are currently working with a technical manufacturing company based in Edinburgh, who are on the lookout for a Logistics Operative.
This is a temporary on-going contract, working Monday to Friday 8:20am-5:05pm with an early finish on Friday.
As a Logistics Operative you will:
- Organise and maintain inventory records and carry out inventory checks
- Manage and handle shipping, loading and unloading of products
- Operating forklifts and pallet jacks
- Drive, vans, trucks, passenger cars handling warehouse/logistics materials
- Processing received deliveries and distribution efficiently
- Processing production orders and material requests to the factory
- Develop new procedures to improve processes and reduce cost
- Ensure that quality, quantity, customer satisfaction and financial commitments are met
- Perform metrics reporting and data analysis tasks to identify issues and opportunities for process improvements
- Partner and communicate with manufacturers, suppliers, and customers
- Manage and develop logistics team
The key skills required for the Logistics Operative:
- Previous Skills working within an similar stores/logistics environment
- Firm grasp of supply chain, inventory and distribution
- Previous SAP knowledge an advantage
- Confident using windows based PC programmes
- Excellent attention to detail
- Work as part of a team
- Good time keeping
- Must be flexible
- Show Initiative
This role is paying £12.30 - £14.50 Per Hour (Depending on Experience)
Drug test screening required
If your are experienced Logistics Operative Apply Now! or call Sam on 07485 390946.
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In line with the requirements of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to provide documented evidence of eligibility please make sure you have this. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Newbridge,Scotland
Start: 19/12/2025
Duration: 1.0 HOUR
Salary / Rate: £12.30 - £14.50 per hour
Posted: 2025-12-19 08:34:04
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Holt Engineering are working with a industry leader in delivering technology to the health care sector based in Poole.
They are looking for a Warehouse Assistant to help out in a fast moving and people orientated business.
The Warehouse Assistant will be working in a mix of the production area and warehouse.
This is a permanent position working full time Monday to Friday.
Salary - Up to £27,000 (depending on experience)
Key duties for the Warehouse Assistant:
- Working on Electro-mechanical assemblies
- Testing sub-assemblies
- Maintaining high quality standards in accordance to ISO requirements
- Stock and inventory checks to ensure materials are managed correctly
- Picking and packing
- Kitting the production lines with materials and tools
- Dispatching of goods
To be a successful Warehouse Assistant:
- Previous experience in an manufacturing warehouse
- Previous picking, packing and kitting experience
- Previous experience in Electro-Mechanical sub assemblies (desirable)
- Use initiative
- Work well within a team
- Work under pressure
- A can do attitude
Benefits for the successful Warehouse Assistant:
- Overtime available at increased rate
- 25 days holiday
- Health care plans
If you are looking for the next step in your career, this is the role for you! Apply now or Call us on 01202 147689. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Poole,England
Start: 19/12/2025
Salary / Rate: £27000 per annum
Posted: 2025-12-19 08:29:04
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Planner Estimator
Location Dorset
Hours Full time
Salary £40,000-£50,000 per annum
We are recruiting a Planner Estimator for a growing precision engineering business in Dorset.
As Planner Estimator, you will supply high-quality CNC machined components into aerospace, defence, marine and specialist industrial markets.
The company values quality, efficiency and strong communication on the shop floor.
The Role of Planner Estimator
As Planner Estimator, you will manage the full workflow from enquiry to production release.
Youll review drawings, generate quotes, load work into the MRP system and plan production.
The ideal Planner Estimator has solid manufacturing knowledge, especially in CNC machining, materials, processes and machining times.
Key Responsibilities for the Planner Estimator
Estimating & Quoting
As Planner Estimator, pick up new enquiries and prepare accurate quotations
Review engineering drawings, BOMs and models as part of your Planner Estimator duties
Identify materials, processes, tolerances and required operations
Calculate cycle times, tooling requirements and costings
Liaise with suppliers for material and subcontract prices
Prepare commercial quotations and support customer queries
Planning & Workflow Coordination
As Planner Estimator, load confirmed jobs into the MRP system (Tricorn)
Create routings, works orders and capacity plans
Schedule work through machining, inspection and assembly
Review WIP and job progress, adjusting plans as the Planner Estimator
Provide clear manufacturing instructions to production
Contract Review & Project Support
Perform contract reviews for new orders to confirm scope, specs and commercial terms
Ensure all customer requirements and special processes are captured
Work alongside production, quality and machining teams to ensure job readiness
General Manufacturing Support
Communicate with shop-floor machinists regarding methods and timings
Support process improvements and efficiency initiatives
Assist in resolving material, drawing or data issues as the Planner Estimator
Required Skills & Experience for the Planner Estimator
Strong manufacturing knowledge from a precision engineering environment
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings confidently
Understanding of materials (aluminium, stainless, titanium, plastics) and machining methods
Experience estimating or planning CNC machined components
Ability to calculate machining times and produce accurate cost estimates
Comfortable using MRP systems (Tricorn experience is a plus)
Good communication skills, youll be the Planner Estimator liaising across customer and shop-floor
Desirable for the Planner Estimator
Experience in aerospace, defence or other high-spec industries
Knowledge of inspection requirements and tight tolerances
Understanding of subcontract processes (anodising, heat-treatment, coatings)
Able to work in a small business environment where your Planner Estimator role will be flexible and hands-on
What Next?
Apply now or call Hayden at Holt Engineering on 07955 081 482 for more information on the Planner Estimator role. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Weymouth,England
Start: 19/12/2025
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £50000 per annum
Posted: 2025-12-19 08:21:12
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Holt Engineering are looking for an experienced Warehouse Manager to join one of their distribution companies based near Ferndown.
As the Warehouse Manager you will play a crucial role within the organisation of the warehouse, shipping and logistics supporting the business in the upkeep and organisation of the on site stores.
Working Full Time Monday to Friday on a day shift.
Paying up to £28,000 - £30,000 PA
The key responsibilities for the Warehouse Manager will include:
- Responsible for the warehouse staff ensuring tasks are completed
- Managing the team ensuring they hit KPIs
- Loading and Unloading
- Picking orders
- Packing for distribution
- Using warehouse computer systems to record stock levels and inventory
- Operating forklifts
- Follow all Health & Safety guidelines
To be a successful Warehouse Manager you must:
- Have experience within a warehouse management role is essential
- Happy with manual handling and heavy lifting
- High level of attention to detail and organisation skills
- Be PC literate
- Accurate data entry and stock checks experience
- Be able to read and follow instructions for picking & Packing
The Benefits for this Warehouse Manager role:
- 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- Discount offers
If you have the above experience and would like more information about the Warehouse Manager role, please apply with your CV and Someone will call you! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Ferndown,England
Start: 19/12/2025
Salary / Rate: £28000 - £30000 per annum
Posted: 2025-12-19 08:19:04
