Head of Product Development & Engineering

Lead innovation, shape strategy and bring complex medical technology products to market. We’re looking for an experienced engineering leader to take ownership of the full product lifecycle — from concept and development through to launch, ongoing engineering support and end-of-life. As a key member of the Senior Management Team, you’ll lead our R&D function, shape product strategy and ensure our product portfolio remains innovative, compliant and commercially successful. What you’ll do * Lead the product development roadmap from early feasibility through to launch and ongoing lifecycle support. * Manage complex R&D projects, balancing technical excellence, regulatory compliance, timelines and budgets. * Provide strategic direction for engineering support, including product changes, reliability improvements and issue resolution. * Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing specialist R&D team. * Work closely with quality, operations, technical support and commercial teams to deliver products that meet customer and business needs. * Present project progress, technical decisions and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and the board. * Oversee external partners, consultants and suppliers to ensure quality, cost and delivery expectations are met. * Drive continuous improvement across development processes, tools, documentation and regulatory readiness. What you’ll bring * Strong experience leading product development and engineering support in a complex electromechanical, mechatronic or similarly regulated environment. * A background in medical devices, capital equipment or another highly regulated sector would be highly advantageous. * A solid understanding of the full product lifecycle, from concept and development through to regulatory submission and volume production. * Engineering degree or equivalent technical experience, with knowledge of design, fabrication, assembly and engineering change processes. * Strong project delivery credentials, with the ability to lead multi-disciplinary programmes on time and within budget. * Commercial awareness and the confidence to make sound technical recommendations at senior level