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Senior CAD Engineer - Life Science Instruments Newton Colmore is working with a life sciences company in Cambridgeshire and we are searching for an experienced CAD engineer to join their design team. You will be joining a team of experts to drive innovation through iterative design, on next generation life science instrumentation. The company are working on life improving technology that combines engineering, science, and automation. As a Senior CAD Engineer, you'll play a critical role in the design and development of precision-engineered components and intricate systems. You will be taking your designs through the entire design process, from initial design, to testing, and readying the component for manufacture. Key Responsibilities • Lead the design and development of complex mechanical components using CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, or similar). * Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, manufacturing, and quality assurance. * Create and manage detailed 3D models, assemblies, and technical drawings. * Support prototype development and testing, ensuring designs meet regulatory and performance standards. * Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. What We're Looking For • Proven experience in CAD design within a regulated industry, ideally medical devices or biotechnology, but open to other industries too. * Strong understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and design for manufacturability. * Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. * Familiarity with ISO 13485 or other relevant quality standards is a plus. * A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline and strong fundamentals. Why Join? • Work on products that make a real difference in people's lives. * Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team. * Competitive salary and benefits package including bonuses and market-leading pension scheme. * Excellent training and mentoring for engineers. If you are interested in this role then make a confidential application now and a member of our team will be in touch. This search is being conducted by Matt Lowdon, a specialist medical devices and biotech recruiter.

Location: Cambridge - Hybrid Sporadic global travel to other sites Salary: Up to £65k + bonus flexible working + pension + Health plan Are you passionate about driving safety, quality, and environmental standards in a hands-on role? This is an opportunity to lead a capable team and make a real impact in a business with a strong reputation in their niche technical field of hi-precision engineering technology. A British owned company with over a century of experience behind them, youd be joining an established group of engineers, R&D specialists and HSQE talent at their manufacturing HQ in Cambridge. The Role: Youll oversee Quality, Health & Safety, and Environmental compliance across the business, maintaining ISO certifications (9001, 14001, 45001), leading audits, and mentoring a small team of three. This is a practical role where youll work closely with all departments, resolve issues, and champion sustainability initiatives.There will be a requirement for this person to visit the companys other sites in the UK and across the globe, sporadically, playing a key role in the global success of SHEQ. What Were Looking For: Required: Strong Quality and HSE background in a manufacturing environment ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001 experience NEBOSH certification (preferred) Supervisory or managerial experience Hands-on approach and excellent communication skills with the ability to guide and mentor junior staff Desirable: Ability to read engineering drawings Experience with ESG or sustainability projects Exposure to ISO27001 or ISO13485 TPBN1_UKTJ

Principal Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling Consultant Location: Cambridge Salary: £60,000 - £68,000 Ready to lead complex modelling projects while shaping the growth of a regional water team? This Principal Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling Consultant opportunity in Cambridge offers technical authority, client influence and clear long-term progression. A growing environmental consultancy is strengthening its senior capability in Cambridge. As a Principal Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling Consultant, you will take ownership of flood risk assessments, hydraulic modelling studies and water environment reporting across residential, commercial and infrastructure schemes. The Principal Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling Consultant will oversee hydrological analysis using FEH, ReFH2 and WINFAP, and manage hydraulic modelling using HEC RAS, TUFLOW, ESTRY or Flood Modeller. This Principal Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling Consultant role combines hands-on technical delivery with mentoring, stakeholder engagement and commercial awareness. Flexible working is available with a balanced office and home approach. Key responsibilities * Lead hydrological and hydraulic modelling studies * Prepare Flood Risk Assessments and ES chapters * Liaise with regulators, clients and multidisciplinary teams * Mentor junior consultants and review technical outputs * Support fee proposals, budgeting and project planning Candidate requirements * Minimum seven years' flood risk and modelling experience * Strong technical capability across modelling platforms * Confident report writer and client communicator * Chartered or working towards CIWEM or similar Why apply This Principal Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling Consultant position offers a salary of £60,000 - £75,000 alongside structured CPD, professional fee support and genuine progression. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience