Project Engineer

Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be partnering with JRI Orthopaedics, a leading orthopaedic manufacturer based in north Sheffield, who are looking to expand their innovative R&D team.

JRI Orthopaedics offer a comprehensive range of implants and instrumentation and are a trusted medical sector manufacturer of world-class hip and shoulder prostheses.

We are looking for a talented and ambitious Project Engineer, to join their R&D team, who will play an integral part in successfully delivering key NPD projects.

This is a great opportunity to work in an open environment and develop products in line with a 10 year NPD strategy.

As the Project Engineer you will be responsible for:

• Collaborating with the team to develop instrument and implant concepts from design to production
• Use CAD for models, drawings, and FEA analysis
• Support production by designing jigs and fixtures
• Review and improve engineering drawings for better manufacturing efficiency and error reduction
• Lead small to medium projects, managing timelines, budgets, and teams
• Follow New Product Development procedures and maintain project documentation
• Select and implement product testing, validation, and verification
• Analysis of test and validation data
• Manage risk assessments for products

To be considered for the Project Engineer you will need:

• Degree in an engineering discipline and equivalent work experience (ideally 2 years plus in medical industry)
• Proficient in CAD modelling and assemblies, with the ability to conduct FEA and create high-quality, manufacturable engineering drawings and robust designs
• Experience using SolidWorks for design for manufacture is required
• Must be skilled in applying geometric tolerancing to drawings
• Knowledge of design testing, verification, and validation processes
• Familiarity with design risk management (DFMEA) and broader risk management practices
• Capable of managing projects, communicating progress and challenges, and delivering within time and budget constraints
• Able to present and explain technical information clearly at all levels

If this role is of interest, please apply today or call Katy Emmott for a confidential conversation.

Elevation Recruitment Group have been retained to recruit on behalf of JRI Orthopaedics. All direct and third-party applications will be sent to Elevation Recruitment Group.