Job Description

Mechanical Research and Development Lead

  • Salary: £40000 - £45000 per annum
  • REF Number: v-176217
  • Consultant: Phoebe Walker
  • Contact: 01246 457722
  • Date Published: 20.02.2026
  • Industry: Biotech
  • Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England
  • Functional Expertise: Research & Development, Other

We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Research and Development Lead on behalf of an exciting biotechnology start-up in Newcastle on a permanent basis.

Our client is an expanding business within the molecular diagnostics research and development space. They are pioneering nanotechnology with AI-driven innovation to deliver biosensing solutions.

Salary:

£40,000 - £45,000 per annum

Location:

This is a full-time office base position in central Newcastle.

The successful candidate will play a key role in leading engineering projects on behalf of the business. Successful applicants will have a strong mechanical and hardware engineering background, to complement the existing electromechanical and electrical team.

About you:

To be considered for the role, you will have the following skills and experience:

  • Degree background in Mechanical Engineer or similar
  • Industry experience in mechanical and hardware design within a start-up environment. Life Sciences, Biotechnology or Medical Devices industries would be a strong advantage.
  • Opto-mechanical design experience such as microscopy alignment, lens, cameras, and imaging systems would be desirable.
  • The ability to lead engineering projects and support team members to achieve overall project goals.
  • Confidence working in a fast-paced start-up environment, with a willingness involved in a variety of tasks.
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It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 176217 in all correspondence.

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