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Site Manufacturing Manager - Medical Devices - Oxford
Newton Colmore is working exclusively with a pioneering medical device company in Oxford that is entering a major scale‑up phase.
We are seeking a Site Manufacturing Manager who will take full ownership of day‑to‑day operations, long‑term site performance and the continued expansion of a rapidly growing production facility.
The technology you will help deliver has the potential to transform patient outcomes around the world, and the organisation is looking for a leader who can ensure the site operates safely, efficiently and in full compliance with regulatory expectations.
You will have previously managed a manufacturing site or a significant production function within a regulated environment, specifically within medical devices.
The product incorporates electronic components, so familiarity with electromechanical or electronic medical technologies would be advantageous, though not essential.
In this position, you will be responsible for leading all manufacturing operations, overseeing production planning and resource allocation, and ensuring that output consistently meets quality, safety and regulatory standards.
You will play a central role in shaping the culture of the site, driving continuous improvement initiatives and providing hands‑on leadership to a growing team.
Because of the nature of the work and the need to support colleagues directly on the production floor, this is a fully on‑site role with no hybrid or remote options.
The company is well funded, having secured record levels of investment at a time when many organisations have struggled.
This creates a rare combination of cutting‑edge technology, long‑term stability and clear opportunities for progression as the site continues to expand.
Alongside the opportunity to contribute to a transformative medical technology, you will receive an excellent starting salary, private healthcare, income protection, life assurance, a pension scheme and a generous holiday allowance.
Interest in this position is expected to be high.
If this opportunity aligns with your experience and ambitions, we encourage early applications.
To discuss the role in more detail, contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices, Biotech and DeepTech Recruitment at Newton Colmore, on +44 121 268 2240.
Alternatively, submit your CV and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss next steps. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Oxford, England
Salary / Rate: Pension, Healthcare, Pension etc.
Posted: 2026-04-07 14:53:54
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Engineering Leader - Medical Device Development
Newton Colmore is working with a leading medical devices company based in Cambridgeshire and we are assisting them in their search for a R&D expert to head up an engineering team.
This exciting new role will give the engineering lead an opportunity to help shape the company's research programmes, from initial concept, through to manufacturing and beyond.
You will be leading a team of engineers that work on a technology that is at the intersection of electronics, mechanical engineering, software engineering, and science.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you will be utilising both your mechanical engineering and systems engineering experience daily.
You will be taking programme lead on a variety of different challenges; from understanding the commercial aspects of the technology and scoping markets, through to managing multiple stakeholders and suppliers, seamlessly weaving together different teams and companies on highly complex engineering projects.
The company focus on two main streams of technology; drug delivery systems and advanced surgical tools.
To be considered for this exciting role you will need to have significant experience with leading research projects and programmes, coupled with strong academics and fundamentals in mechanical engineering.
Medical devices experience is vital, and we are open on the type of device you have worked on, from smart implants to drug delivery systems.
The company are offering tailored packages and monetary bonus plans, with a good pension scheme and a variety of other benefits.
They can also provide you with a great working environment that will allow you to challenge yourself and develop great ideas.
This role can go up to director level for the right candidate too.
If you would like to learn more about this role, then make a confidential application now or reach out to the Newton Colmore team on one of our socials.
Newton Colmore is a specialist search firm, and we help connect inventors, engineers, scientists and problem solvers with high impact organisations working on technology that will improve the world.
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Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Tailored package + bonus
Posted: 2026-04-02 07:14:27
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Business Development Consultant - Drug Delivery Devices - Cambridge
We are seeking a Business Development Consultant to drive new business and take ownership of Programme Management activities for the development of next‑generation Drug Delivery Devices.
Based in Cambridge, you will lead multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists and physicists who are developing industry‑disrupting medical technologies, with a strong focus on Drug Delivery innovation.
Alongside managing programmes, you will remain hands‑on during project delivery, working closely with the team.
Part of your remit will also include supporting and developing junior colleagues, so experience mentoring or peer‑managing others would be highly advantageous.
You will have begun your career in the Medical Devices sector as an engineer, designer, scientist or in another role where you were directly involved in developing new devices from concept.
You will then have transitioned into a commercially focused position such as Business Development or Sales.
This role centres on selling services and expertise rather than a physical product.
Key skills include Business Development, Programme Management, Leadership and R&D Design experience.
The organisation offers an excellent salary and benefits package, enabling you to focus on delivering high‑impact work.
Benefits include enhanced pension, life assurance, medical insurance and a range of additional perks expected from a larger, well‑established company.
Candidates I have previously placed with this organisation have enjoyed exceptional career and skills development.
Several have even gone on to lead spin‑out ventures — a rare and exciting opportunity.
I anticipate strong interest in this position, so if it aligns with your experience, I recommend applying promptly.
To explore this opportunity further, contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices, Biotech and DeepTech Recruitment at Newton Colmore, on +44 121 268 2240.
Alternatively, submit your CV and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss next steps. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Pension, bonus, medical etc.
Posted: 2026-03-30 11:17:44
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R&D Consultant - Drug Delivery Device Design - Cambridge
We are seeking an R&D Consultant to lead the design and development of next‑generation Drug Delivery Devices, working at the intersection of technical innovation, human‑centred design and strategic consultancy.
Based in Cambridge, you will guide multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists and designers as they create industry‑defining medical technologies.
Your focus will be on shaping earlyȁ1;stage concepts, driving rigorous R&D activities, and ensuring that device architectures, mechanisms and usability considerations translate into robust, manufacturable solutions.
Alongside leading programmes, you will remain deeply hands‑on throughout project delivery.
You will contribute to concept generation, prototyping, experimental design, verification planning and risk management, while also supporting clients in navigating technical decisions and development pathways.
Experience mentoring or developing junior colleagues will be highly valued, as you will play a key role in strengthening the team's technical capability.
You will have begun your career in the Medical Devices sector as an engineer or designer directly involved in the creation of new devices from concept through development.
You may have progressed into a consultancy, technical leadership or client‑facing role where you shaped project direction, advised stakeholders and translated complex technical challenges into actionable development strategies.
This position centres on delivering high‑value expertise rather than a physical product.
Key strengths include R&D leadership, device design, programme management, client engagement and a strong understanding of Drug Delivery technologies and regulatory expectations for combination products.
The organisation offers an excellent salary and benefits package, enabling you to focus on impactful, technically challenging work.
Benefits include enhanced pension, life assurance, medical insurance and a range of additional perks associated with a well‑established, innovation‑driven company.
Candidates I have previously placed with this organisation have enjoyed exceptional technical growth and career progression.
Several have even gone on to lead spin‑out ventures — a rare and exciting opportunity for those with entrepreneurial ambition.
I anticipate strong interest in this position, so if your background aligns with the above, I recommend applying promptly.
To discuss this opportunity further, contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices, Biotech and DeepTech Recruitment at Newton Colmore, on +44 121 268 2240.
Alternatively, submit your CV and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss next steps. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Pension, bonus, medical etc.
Posted: 2026-03-30 11:17:23
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Electronics Engineer - Programme Manager - Medical Devices - Cambridge
Due to a growth in company output, there is a need for a new Programme Manager who has an Electronics Engineering pedigree.
Based in Cambridge, you will be leading several projects.
Some projects will involve you offering support and mentorship to junior members of staff, while other projects will involve you taking on the Electronics design aspects yourself.
We are looking for someone who has been working hands on developing new Medical Devices technologies in their current role, while mentoring other members of staff.
Most projects will be on electro-mechanical Medical Devices, so you will need to have worked on these types of technologies.
They could be implantable medical devices, wearable tech or another medical technology that abide by EN60601 standards.
Alongside past work experience, it is expected that you hold a relevant degree within a suitable subject that led you into a Medical Devices Electronics Engineering role.
It would also be advantageous if you hold a master's or PhD, but not essential as the active work experience in industry is more important.
The types of technologies you will be developing are lifesaving and life improving medical devices, truly industry disrupting technologies that will save and improve thousands of people's lives.
This role will involve working with external and internal entities, involving a lot of communications both virtual and in real life, due to this it would be advantageous if you have worked in a role that involved communicating updates and project changes continuously.
I mentioned knowing about EN60601, but it would also be essential to have a strong understanding of ISO 13485.
People who have been successful in this role previously tend to have a highly technical hobby, this could be building drones, tinkering with engines, computer programming or another hobby that involves problem solving.
If you do have such a hobby, make sure you highlight it on your CV to give you the best chance of gaining an interview.
Apart from working on industry changing technologies, you will be offered a proven career development plan, continuous training to keep you at the forefront of the medical devices sector, excellent salary, bonus, enhanced pension, medical insurance, free meals and other excellent benefits you'd expect from a multinational blue-chip organisation.
I expect a lot of interest in this role, so apply now or ensure consideration.
For more information, please contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices, Biotech and Drug Discovery Recruitment at Newton Colmore, on +44 121 268 2240.
Alternatively, submit your application and a member of our team will be in touch.
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Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: bonus, enhanced pension
Posted: 2026-03-30 11:16:50
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Senior Systems Engineer - Biotech Platform Development - Cambridge
A cutting-edge biotech company, based in Cambridge, are currently recruiting for a Senior Systems Engineer who will play a pivotal role in the development and delivery of next-generation medical diagnostics and biomanufacturing platforms.
This is an opportunity to take technical ownership of complex, multidisciplinary systems and contribute to the translation of breakthrough IP into scalable, regulated products.
You'll be working across engineering and R&D teams to support the design, integration, and commercialisation of semiconductor-based and biocomputing technologies.
Your role will span product architecture, documentation to ISO 13485 standards, and hands-on delivery of systems that combine hardware, software, and biology.
You'll collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to align technical execution with broader programme goals.
We're looking for someone with experience in systems engineering, product development, or technical project delivery within biotech, diagnostics, or medical devices.
You'll bring a solid understanding of regulated product development, and ideally some exposure to startup environments, IP creation, or cross-functional team collaboration.
A background in mechanical, biomedical, or electronic engineering would be ideal.
In return, you will receive a competitive salary, annual bonus, private healthcare, generous pension contributions, and access to a wide range of lifestyle and professional development benefits.
This is a chance to join a company that values innovation, technical depth, and collaborative culture.
You'll be supported by experienced leaders and given space to grow into broader responsibilities as the company scales.
To learn more, contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices, Biotech and Drug Discovery Recruitment at Newton Colmore, on +44 121 268 2240.
Alternatively, submit your CV and a member of our team will be in touch.
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Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Pension, bonus, medical etc.
Posted: 2026-03-30 11:16:24
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FPGA Firmware Electronics Engineer - Defence - Cambridge
We are currently seeking an experience Electronics Engineer to join a multidisciplinary team of engineers that assist in the development of brand-new technologies for the Defence sector, with a focus on defence rather than offence.
These technologies can encompass communications, sensors, detection, and other complex technologies within the Defence sector.
As you will be working on defence projects, you will need to be able to obtain (or already hold) security clearance.
As a smaller defence company, there is more flexibility in the projects you get to work on.
Collaboration with other teams and external groups mean that you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and continuously learn new things while inventing exciting technologies.
Experience with FPGA Firmware, such as VHDL or Verilog, will be ideal.
If you already work in the Defence sector, this would be advantageous, however, we are more than happy to consider candidates from other sectors.
With the growth of this company, future career development will be available for those who want to advance their career.
As the company are looking for a few people in this team, we are also open to individuals who want to focus on their job while maintaining an interest in new technologies and fields.
It is expected that you would hold a degree in an electronics engineering field that has led you into a career in electronics engineering, with exposure to FPGA exposure.
Due to the varied nature in this role, I anticipate a lot of interest from individuals who want to continue developing their skills while finding the work interesting.
If you are interested in this role, I suggest submitting an application now or avoid missing out.
If you want to work on complex, industry-defining technologies while being offered an excellent starting salary, salary reviews, bonuses, a pension, free lunches, and other outstanding benefits, I recommend submitting an application now or avoid missing out.
For more general information, please feel free to call Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices Recruitment and Scientific Recruitment Specialists Newton Colmore, on 0121 268 2240, or submit an application, and one of our team members at Newton Colmore will contact you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Negotiable
Posted: 2026-03-30 11:16:05
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Firmware Engineer - Electronics Hardware Integration - Defence - Cambridge
We have an important Firmware Engineer role for a growing Defence Sector organisation, aimed at contributing to the development of new technologies that will enhance the defence of the UK and other allied nations, with a focus on defensive technologies rather than offensive.
Ideally, we are looking for someone with an electronics engineering background who can leverage their Firmware Engineering experience along with knowledge of electronics hardware integration.
It's preferable if you have a proven track record of successfully completing complex projects resulting in launched devices.
Some of the project you will be involved in will be focus on the advancing new technologies, pushing boundaries, and doing things that no one has done before.
This means you won't get bored in this role and will continue to develop your careers and skills.
While prior experience in the Defence sector is ideal, we are open to consider candidates from other complex fields.
You will need to hold a degree in a software or electronics field that led you into a Firmware Engineer career.
Given the nature of this role in the Defence sector, it will be essential for you to be able to obtain security clearance.
In addition to career development and interesting projects, you will also receive an excellent starting salary (dependant on experience level), bonuses, a pension, free lunches, healthcare, on site gym access and other excellent benefits typically associated with larger organisations.
Collaboration is the key focus within this company, operating within a flat structure where peers help develop your knowledge as you contribute to theirs, all while working on some of the most fascinating projects you can imagine.
If this sounds like the kind of work you want to be involved in, I recommend submitting an application now to avoid missing out.
For more general information, please feel free to call Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices Recruitment and Scientific Recruitment Specialists Newton Colmore, on 0121 268 2240, or submit an application, and one of our team members at Newton Colmore will contact you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Negotiable
Posted: 2026-03-30 11:14:54
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PhD‑Level Ultrasound Technology Consultant - Cambridge
A prominent medical technology innovator in Cambridge is seeking a PhD‑level ultrasound specialist to help drive the development of next‑generation surgical and interventional devices.
The organisation has a long-standing reputation for transforming complex scientific challenges into commercially successful products and works extensively across healthcare, life sciences and the wider physical sciences.
You would be joining a culture that values curiosity, open collaboration and entrepreneurial thinking.
It is an environment where scientific creativity is encouraged, ideas are shared freely and individuals are given the space to shape projects and influence technical direction.
This position is ideal for someone who wants to play a central role in advancing surgical technology.
The work spans the development of sophisticated medical systems, including robotic surgical platforms and intelligent instruments with integrated sensing, all designed to support clinicians in delivering safer and more effective procedures.
You will take responsibility for high‑impact technical programmes, combining scientific depth with commercial awareness, and you will apply your ultrasound expertise across the full innovation pathway, from early feasibility studies through to preparing products for market.
A key part of the role involves working closely with partner organisations to define technical strategy, strengthen long‑term relationships and deliver meaningful outcomes.
As you progress, you will have opportunities to build your profile within the surgical technology community and contribute to shaping future industry direction.
Each project offers the chance to broaden your scientific knowledge, develop leadership capability and see your work translate into real clinical benefit.
Candidates previously placed with this organisation have consistently advanced their careers and expanded their responsibilities.
You will thrive in this role if you enjoy working within multidisciplinary teams and value an environment where rigorous thinking and open discussion are central to the way problems are solved.
A strong foundation in ultrasound is essential, gained through a PhD, postdoctoral research or relevant industrial experience.
The organisation welcomes applications from recent PhD graduates as well as individuals with early‑career industry experience.
Knowledge in areas such as transducer design, ultrasound signal processing, high‑speed electronics, image segmentation, regulatory standards like EN 60601 and metrology techniques including scanning hydrophones will be particularly valuable.
The company operates from a purpose‑built, award‑winning campus surrounded by green space and designed to support creative and collaborative work.
Employees benefit from a comprehensive package that includes an annual bonus, enhanced pension contributions, private medical cover, free meals, life assurance and a range of additional perks typically associated with a leading technology employer.
Interest in this opportunity is expected to be high.
If the role aligns with your experience and ambitions, early application is strongly recommended.
To discuss the position further, contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices, Biotech and DeepTech Recruitment at Newton Colmore, on +44 121 268 2240.
You may also submit your CV, and a member of the team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Pension, bonus, medical etc.
Posted: 2026-03-30 11:14:13
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Senior Systems Engineer - Ultrasound Technology
Newton Colmore is working with a highly regarded medical technology company in Cambridge, assisting them with their search for a Systems Engineer to work on their latest surgical ultrasound innovation.
The Challenge - Where physics meets surgery;
The organisation works on some of the most technically demanding problems in medical technology — intelligent surgical instruments, embedded sensing systems, robotic-assisted surgery, and real-time intraoperative imaging.
Ultrasound sits at the intersection of all of it.
You won't be applying existing solutions, you will be inventing new ones.
Projects run from early feasibility through hardware prototyping, firmware, signal processing algorithms, and regulatory sign-off.
You will own the ultrasound thread end-to-end in this newly created role.
What you will be working on;
Electronics and transducer architecture.
Lead design and evaluation of ultrasound transducers and the high-speed analogue/digital front-end electronics that drive them — including transmit beamforming, low-noise receive chains, and high-bandwidth ADC integration.
Signal processing and algorithm development
Develop real-time signal processing pipelines — from raw RF data through envelope detection, beamforming, and image reconstruction — with strong software implementation alongside the DSP theory.
Embedded software and system integration
Write firmware and embedded software to control ultrasound hardware, manage data acquisition, and interface with wider surgical system architectures.
Comfort across C/C++, Python, and MATLAB is expected.
What you will need for this role;
You'll need a strong grounding across ultrasound systems, with recognised depth in at least one of the areas below ideally.
The electronics stack and software implementation are central to this role.
High-speed electronics
Transducer design
Image segmentation
Signal processing
What they can offer you:
The company have invested in created an environment that champions innovation, with both mentoring and autonomy for expert engineers who want to do great work.
On offer is a tailored salary, based on a series of factors, as the seniority of the role can be flexible from someone who has just completed a PhD, all the way up to a senior appointment.
This comes with a bonus programme, and a market-leading pension contribution.
If you would like to know more about this exciting role then make a confidential application or reach out to Matt Lowdon, and more details can then be sent over.
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Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Tailored salary + bonuses
Posted: 2026-03-25 12:26:05
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Recent PhD Graduate - Complex Imaging Research
Are you a recent or upcoming PhD graduate who is interested in the development of new medical technology? Newton Colmore is working with a medical devices company who is looking for a talented scientist/engineer to work on next generation imaging technology.
As a scientist/engineer in this company, you will be working on highly complex imaging research, involving image segmentation hardware, signal processing techniques, and transducer design.
This role will be at the front end of research and development and will give you an opportunity to work on brand new ideas and run with them through the experimental phase and readying the product for launch.
This will include building your own prototypes, experiments, test rigs, and more, as you make meaningful progress through the development lifecycle.
The company will offer you support and mentoring as you make your transition from academia into industry and you will be joining a well-established team of inventors, who will provide everything you need to make a success of this role.
This is a great opportunity to join a company that loves to innovate and push technological boundaries.
To be considered for this role we are looking for people who have either recently finished a PhD or post-doc role which focused on imaging technology.
The company are considered people from different backgrounds, as long as you have a passion for high impact technology.
Any knowledge of image segmentation, transducer design, electronics or metrology technology is highly desirable.
In return for your hard work the company offer a highly competitive salary, with a bonus, and comprehensive benefits package as well providing excellent career progression opportunities and the chance to work on novel technologies.
For more information make a confidential application now and a consultant at Newton Colmore will be in touch with more details.
Newton Colmore is a specialist recruitment consultancy operating within the medical devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance and Field Service Engineering sectors throughout Europe and the US.
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Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Negotiable salary + bonus
Posted: 2026-03-25 11:48:55
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Senior Mechanical Engineer - Smart Implant Design
Newton Colmore is working with a medical technology company based in Cambridge, developing complex smart implant technology.
They are at the forefront of transforming patient care through novel implantable devices that represent the next generation of medical treatment.
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to join this pioneering team.
This is an opportunity to work on groundbreaking medical technology that will make a real difference to patients' lives with currently unmet clinical needs.
You'll be contributing to the design and development of sophisticated smart implants, working with a talented multidisciplinary team in one of the UK's leading technology hubs.
Your work will include designing both overall systems and intricate mechanisms, running experiments and making iterative steps forward toward readying the product for the regulatory process and manufacturing.
The company have two main product lines, working on sensor-based orthopaedic implants and neural implant technology for a range of different therapies.
Here is what's on offer
Tailored package available, with bonuses.
Comprehensive benefits package with a full suite of options.
Excellent mentoring and professional development opportunities
The chance to work on revolutionary medical technology
Collaborative, innovation-focused environment
Based in Cambridge's thriving tech ecosystem
The candidate we are looking for
We're looking for an experienced mechanical engineer with a strong interest in medical technology and innovation.
You'll bring strong technical expertise in mechanical engineering, ideally with exposure to medical devices, miniaturised systems, or implantable technology.
How to Apply
For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact me or make an application now.
I can then provide more detailed information about the role, the company, and the application process.
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Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Tailored package + bonus
Posted: 2026-03-25 11:48:30
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Principal Mechanical Engineer - Instrument Design
Newton Colmore is excited to be working with a laboratory automation company in Cambridgeshire, helping them search for a key mechanical engineering hire.
We are seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to take a leading role in the development of next-generation lab automation systems.
This is a senior position offering the opportunity to work on highly complex, precision engineering challenges and to shape the technical direction of novel automation platforms.
You'll be working on cutting-edge mechanical systems that demand the highest levels of precision, reliability, and innovation for a range of applications.
This role offers technical leadership responsibilities and the chance to make a substantial impact on product development and future R&D roadmaps.
You will be taking your ideas from initial “eureka moment” through to readying the product for manufacturing.
Your work will mainly be to GMP standards, however depending on the application of the product, you may also need to work to ISO 13485 standards.
What's on offer
Tailored package plus monetary bonuses.
Comprehensive benefits with a full suite of options.
Outstanding mentoring and career development opportunities
Technical leadership on complex, high-impact projects with a range of applications.
Collaborative environment with world-class engineers
Cambridge location within a thriving tech and life sciences hub
The candidate we are looking for
We're looking for a highly experienced mechanical engineer with proven expertise in complex automation systems.
You'll bring principal-level technical capability, ideally with a background in precision engineering, laboratory equipment, robotics, or automated systems.
Strong problem-solving abilities, engineering fundamentals, and the capacity to lead technical initiatives are essential.
The company are flexible on seniority level and can therefore modify the role to suit the right person.
How to Apply
For a confidential discussion about this principal-level opportunity, please contact me or make an application now.
I can then provide comprehensive details about the role, the technology, and the company and see if it could be a strong fit for you.
Matt Lowdon
Newton Colmore
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Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: £75000 - £95000 per annum + Tailored package + bonus
Posted: 2026-03-24 14:46:18
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Senior Physicist -Thermofluidics
A leading innovator of complex scientific instrumentation ais looking for an experienced Physicist/Engineer to join their team.
We are considering physicists with two years of industry experience through to senior people for this brief.
As a Physicist you will be involved in all aspects of the design and development of the company's scientific products.
This will include inventing brand-new products, simulation and analysis, prototype design and lab testing.
You will get the chance to apply your experimental and analytical physics knowledge to solve real-world problems and you will be applying your experience to products that aim to change the game.
To be considered for this exciting role you will need to have a solid understanding of physics fundamentals with good knowledge of fluid mechanics and thermofluidics.
This will ideally be coupled with a strong academic record and experience within a commercial setting
In exchange for your skills and expertise, the company offer a highly competitive package as well as providing excellent career progression and training as well as providing a platform for you to work on start of the art technologies and testing equipment.
For more information, make a confidential application now and a member of our team will be in touch with more information.
Newton Colmore is a highly specialist recruitment consultancy operating within the medical devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance and Field Service Engineering sectors throughout Europe and the US.
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Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £70000 per annum + Tailored package + bonus
Posted: 2026-03-24 14:45:36
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Principal Physicist - Highly Complex R&D
Newton Colmore is working on a principal physicist role with a leading technology company in Cambridge.
We are looking for an experienced Physicist with the curiosity to tackle problems that genuinely don't have known answers yet, and the skills to find them.
The Scope of the Work
This is applied physics in the truest sense.
You will take fundamental physical principles and use them to invent, analyse, model, and prototype solutions to some of the hardest problems in UK defence and security.
You'll own the full development arc — from initial investigation and computational modelling through to prototype realisation and transfer to manufacture.
Previous projects have spanned an unusually broad range of physics domains:
Quantum technologies — sensing, PNT, computing, communications
Electromagnetics — propagation, penetration, plasma interactions
Semiconductors — junction behaviour, logic, thermal effects, sensing
Optics — imaging systems, ultrafast lasers, fibre optics, fluorescence
Acoustics & sonar — ultrasound, acoustic communications
Fluid analysis — particle dispersion, microfluidics, flow
Thermal systems — aviation, maritime, materials processes
Algorithm design — AI/ML, signal processing, autonomous systems, edge computing
No two projects are the same and no two physicists are the same.
What they share is a deep grounding in physical principles and an instinct for finding elegant solutions to complex problems.
What You Can Bring
You will have a demonstrable track record of applying fundamental physics to real-world challenges, coupled with strong academics.
We're open to candidates from any sector — academic, industrial, or government — and any physics specialism, experimental or computational.
What matters most is rigour, curiosity, and the ability to move from first principles to working prototype.
What is on Offer
The company offer tailored salaries and packages to attract the best possible candidates.
They have carefully curated an environment that allows their people to do great work, combining trust, guidance, autonomy and collaboration.
For more junior engineers, mentoring programmes are a key aspect of their business too.
For more details make a confidential application now and a member of our team will be in touch with more information.
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Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Tailored salary - DOE
Posted: 2026-03-23 12:23:13
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Validation Engineer - Oxford - Medical Devices
A rapidly growing Medical Devices company in Oxford is seeking a Validation Engineer to support validation activities on a cutting‑edge medical technology set to transform the lives of hundreds of thousands of people in the UK and internationally.
We are particularly interested in speaking with candidates who have hands‑on experience in Process Validation or Product Validation.
Ideally, this experience will come from the Medical Devices or Biotech sectors, although we may also consider applicants from other highly regulated industries.
Experience in writing Master Validation Plans would be highly advantageous, but not essential.
You will, however, be responsible for developing, executing, and maintaining validation plans, so prior experience in these areas is required.
Due to the hands‑on nature of the role, this position is on‑site five days per week.
You will therefore need to live within a commutable distance of Oxford or be open to relocating.
You will work closely with another Validation Engineer and collaborate cross‑functionally with Quality Assurance, R&D, and Supply Chain teams.
Knowledge of ISO 13485 is highly desirable.
Holding a Six Sigma Green Belt or similar qualification that has supported your career in Validation Engineering would be beneficial.
This organisation is well‑funded, scaling quickly, and offers strong long‑term stability alongside excellent opportunities for career development.
In addition, they provide a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, life assurance, pension, and generous annual leave.
Given the level of interest expected for this role, we encourage early applications.
To discuss the position in more detail, contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices, Biotech and DeepTech Recruitment at Newton Colmore, on +44 121 268 2240.
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Type: Permanent Location: Oxford, England
Salary / Rate: Pension, Healthcare, Life Assurance etc.
Posted: 2026-03-18 13:58:11
