Design Engineer

MTO Design Engineer

Location: Leeds

Working mode: On-site (opportunity to work occasionally from home)

Duration: 12 months

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week

Hourly rate: Competitive hourly rate (Inside IR35, PAYE and Umbrella options available)

Join the Made to Order (MTO) custom implants unit within DePuy Synthes’ supply chain operations as a Design Engineer. You will lead the design and end-to-end case management of patient-specific implants and instruments which are manufactured on site here in Leeds.

We provide a service for patients who have specific clinical needs that cannot be met by a standard joint reconstruction product. This could be due to a variety of reasons including anatomical factors, or material allergies. We ensure that every patient has a joint reconstruction solution to help relieve pain and keep people moving.

roles and responsibilities

• Lead design and case management for patient-specific implants and instruments, working directly with Surgeons and sales teams to understand patient needs.

• Produce CAD assemblies, manufacturing drawings, Routes and Bills of Material (BOMs).

• Ensure designs are safe through collaborating with R&D, and manufacturable by collaborating closely with production staff.

• Coordinate with planning, purchasing and commercial teams to resolve material delivery and WIP issues with sub-contract vendors.

• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

• Author and maintain technical documentation in line with relevant device regulations.

• Ensure compliance with the quality system across manufacture and supply of patient-specific medical device products.

• Support project management tasks and continuous improvement initiatives.

how to succeed

• Degree in an engineering or scientific discipline (e.g., Medical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, Product Design).

• Proven experience as a design engineer; experience in medical devices or closely related industries preferred.

• Strong CAD experience: Siemens NX experience is beneficial, as is CT Segmentation experience.

• Practical understanding of implant materials and CNC manufacturing processes.

• Experience preparing manufacturing drawings, good understanding of GD&T.

• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong organisational, prioritisation and multi-tasking ability.

• Quality- and compliance-focused with practical problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and as a constructive team member.

Desirable skills

• Experience with Technical Files and device regulatory documentation.

• Familiarity with workshop operations and packaging/shipping requirements for medical devices.

• Exposure to ERP systems and production planning coordination.

Personal attributes

• Proactive, hardworking and positive with a collaborative mindset.

• Decisive under pressure and comfortable making critical decisions.

• Adaptable to changing priorities and new assignments.

• Pragmatic, creative approach to engineering challenges.

benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run initially for 12 months. Flexible working one day per week from home (role is otherwise on-site). Modern campus workplace with free Gym, subsidised canteen and costa coffee on site.

you are welcome here

DePuy Synthes is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

about DePuy Synthes

DePuy Synthes is the orthopaedic and neurological businesses of Johnson & Johnson - the world's most comprehensive and broadly-based healthcare company. At DePuy Synthes we specialise in our innovations in healthcare products, services and programs that make a real difference to millions of people across the world. We specialise in joint reconstruction, trauma, extremities, craniomaxillofacial, spinal surgery and sports medicine, and also the VELYS™ Digital Surgery portfolio. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough with your next project at DePuy Synthes.

application process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.

We do not accept applications via email or via LinkedIn chat.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.