A global leader in the medical device and technology industry, for more than 100 years Olympus has focused on making people's lives healthier, safer, and more fulfilling. Our products and solutions help to diagnose, prevent, and treat illnesses, further scientific research and keep people safe.

The Role

• Lead hands-on development and execution of systems designs, driving the implementation of complex systems from concept through to production, with a focus on achieving performance, reliability, and regulatory compliance in every phase
• Perform detailed design reviews with internal teams and vendor partners, offering technical expertise to refine systems architectures and ensuring they meet all Olympus R&D objectives
• Oversee the full systems engineering life-cycle: requirements definition, system architecture, risk management, design, verification, validation, and release including handover to life cycle management
• Drive the development and maintenance of system architecture, including hardware, software, and firmware integration
• Manage systems requirements, traceability, and change management to ensure clear documentation and compliance with design controls
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, software, hardware engineers (internal and external) to ensure seamless integration of designs into overall product architecture and meet system-level requirements
• Ensure seamless communication of technical updates between stakeholders, including Olympus global teams, regulatory bodies, and vendor partners, focusing on detailed compliance and technical specifications
• Develop and validate test protocols for systems, ensuring designs are robust, reliable, and scalable while adhering to safety and regulatory standards
• Oversee technical escalations, ensuring that all technical roadblocks are swiftly identified and addressed, with proposed solutions backed by solid technical rationale

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or similar field
• 5+ years of professional experience as a systems/embedded engineer
• Any experience with C/C++ or Matlab will beneficial
• Proven experience in collaborating with PMO's and teams on system projects, practical know-how in project management
• Strong technical background in system design and compliance with regulatory standards
• Experience working in a regulated industry is highly desired for this role
• Strong technical expertise in systems engineering, systems modelling, and requirements management, with hands-on experience in R&D and/or sustaining engineering, especially in product development environments
• Expertise in systems engineering methodologies, including requirements management, risk analysis, system integration and process validation
• Experience working with vendor partners on R&D projects, assisting in performance tracking, and supporting demand planning to ensure alignment with project requirements
• Ability to develop and contribute to design documentation, including requirements specifications, risk management files, and compliance records for manufacturability and quality assurance
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present technical updates and information clearly to cross-functional teams and stakeholders

Your Core values

• Patient Focus - We put patients at the heart of everything
• Integrity - We do the right thing
• Innovation - We look for new ways to make things better
• Impact - We take accountability and get things done
• Empathy - We care for one another and work together

Your Benefits

• In addition to a competitive salary, you will receive a generous annual leave entitlement
• You will be eligible to receive private medical cover
• Comprehensive company pension scheme
• You will receive an annual health check with BUPA, funded by us
• Employee Assistance Program to support your health, mental and emotional-wellbeing
• At our HQ, we have a subsidised staff restaurant and free parking
• Other benefits include discounted gym and wellness memberships, cashback and discounts with major UK retailers

Further Information:

Valuing diverse perspectives and lifestyles is closely aligned with our core values. We would therefore like to encourage all candidates to apply - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, identity or conditions and restrictions which cannot be shown.