Are you a dynamic, senior-level Industrial Designer with a track record in medical device innovation? Do you have experience of designing in compliance with ISO13485?
If you meet these two must have criteria read on. If not good luck and please don’t apply.
One of our leading clients in surgical technologies is expanding their R&D team. ETS Technical Selection is seeking a top-tier individual with outstanding technical and sector-specific experience to help deliver major advancements in medical device development.
About the Role
Join an ambitious, forward-thinking team where you’ll play a senior lead role in your domain across the entire product development lifecycle, from ideation through to launch. This opportunity is ideal for candidates eager to push the boundaries of surgical technology and to work at the forefront of healthcare innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop original, high-impact design concepts to address complex clinical challenges
• Lead prototyping and hands-on design validation activities
• Guide products through design control, verification, and validation within an ISO13485-compliant environment
• Prepare precise, regulator-ready technical documentation
• Take responsibility for project planning, execution, and R&D strategy contributions
• Drive intellectual property initiatives alongside management
• Forge productive relationships with corporate partners and executive leadership

Candidate Profile

Eligibility

• Applicants must be EU nationals or hold permanent UK residency

Essential Criteria

• Degree: Minimum 2:1 in Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, or Biomedical Engineering
• Experience: At least 2 years designing medical devices within an ISO13485 setting, including hands-on design control, verification, and validation experience
• Track Record: Demonstrated creative problem-solving, technical innovation, and hands-on prototyping in a regulated setting

Preferred Profile

• Previous roles with increasing responsibility and seniority within medical device design teams
• Advanced CAD/CAM expertise—SolidWorks proficiency preferred
• Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, including moulded component design and basic mould flow analysis
• Strong project leadership and time management skills, with the ability to work independently
• Experience delivering high-level technical presentations and communicating complex ideas to varied audiences
• Exceptional technical writing ability and proficiency with MS Office
• Sound clinical understanding and biomedical engineering knowledge
• Fluent in English

Why Join?

• Lead projects at the forefront of medical innovation, shaping the future of surgical visualisation
• Thrive in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary R&D environment that values expertise, career growth, and creative autonomy
• Enjoy genuine progression opportunities within a company dedicated to technological excellence and patient impact

ETS Technical Selection and our clients are equal opportunity employers and welcome applicants from all backgrounds who meet the outlined requirements.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £51,245.00-£67,750.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Nottingham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Do you have medical device design experience? Do not apply if not.
• At least 2 years design experience within a ISO13485 compliant environment.

Work Location: In perso

• Develop original, high-impact design concepts to address complex clinical challenges
• Lead prototyping and hands-on design validation activities
• Guide products through design control, verification, and validation within an ISO13485-compliant environment
• Prepare precise, regulator-ready technical documentation
• Take responsibility for project planning, execution, and R&D strategy contributions
• Drive intellectual property initiatives alongside management
• Forge productive relationships with corporate partners and executive leadershi