Engineer

Location: Kent UK (Hybrid typically 2 days/week on-site) Type: Permanent Full-Time Sector: Medical Device Manufacturing Confidential Search handled by Joynes & Hunt

Our client is a well-established global medical device manufacturer producing critical technologies used in hospitals worldwide. As part of their ongoing engineering team theyre looking for a Senior Sustaining Engineer to take ownership of complex ongoing product and process challenges across an established product line.

This is a confidential search the identity of our client will be shared with shortlisted candidates ahead of interview.

This is a senior-level engineering role suited to someone comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy. Youll lead elements of medium-to-large projects working independently while mentoring junior engineers along the way.

Day to day youll:

• Take the lead on engineering activities of significant scope and complexity spanning components systems and processes tied to medium or large projects
• Work independently using sound judgement to troubleshoot product-related issues and resolve advanced technical challenges
• Oversee design testing and ensure all technical work meets required specifications
• Prepare and maintain thorough documentation to support engineering activities including CAD and design work where needed
• Contribute to the development of corrective actions and propose viable alternatives
• Ensure full adherence to internal procedures and relevant regulatory health safety and environmental standards
• Share knowledge and mentor junior engineers helping build their skills and confidence
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed supporting the wider engineering function

• A university degree in engineering or a related scientific/technical discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Around 58 years relevant experience (or 36 years with an advanced degree)
• Deep technical expertise in your engineering discipline with good working knowledge of adjacent functions such as manufacturing and quality
• A track record of leading engineers either directly or as part of a project team
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the confidence to interpret complex technical documentation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and tight deadlines
• A collaborative mindset equally effective working independently or within a team

For a confidential conversation about this role get in touch with Joynes & Hunt.