Owen Mumford

About the Company

We are an industry leader in the medical device market with a diverse product range including advanced automatic injection devices for drug delivery and innovative blood sampling products including lancets, lancing devices and safety lancets.

Established in 1952 by Ivan Owen and John Mumford, we have 70 years of experience with offices, manufacturing sites and distributors located around the globe. Our corporate headquarters are located in Woodstock, Oxford UK.

We are dedicated to providing innovative healthcare solutions for the management of a variety of medical conditions. With one of the most advanced global research, design and manufacturing capabilities that delivers innovation successfully to improve quality of life, encourage patient compliance, prevent infection and reduce healthcare costs; making a world of difference to a world of people.

You can also find us on Facebook and Twitter @OwenMumford

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Owen Mumford

Job Title

Senior Device Technologist

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Device Technologist Role Summary: Lead technical testing, evaluation, and stability assessment of drug delivery medical devices—including auto‑injectors, pen injectors, pen needles, and lancing devices—within an R&D environment. Expectations: Deliver comprehensive test plans, ensure regulatory compliance, mentor junior staff, produce data‑driven reports, and drive continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities: - Design and execute performance, safety, reliability, and stability test plans for drug delivery devices. - Analyze test data, produce detailed reports, and recommend design and process improvements. - Conduct failure‑mode, effects, and root‑cause analyses; propose corrective actions. - Collaborate with engineering, quality assurance, and regulatory affairs to meet regulatory and customer requirements. - Maintain test equipment and laboratory facilities, ensuring calibration and proper documentation. - Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior technologists. - Stay current with industry standards (ISO 13485, IEC 60601, FDA/EMA guidelines) and implement best practices. Required Skills: - Expertise in medical device testing methodologies (electrical, mechanical, biocompatibility, stability). - Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; experience with statistical analysis and FMEA. - Familiarity with regulatory requirements for medical devices (FDA, EMA, ISO). - Excellent documentation and reporting abilities; proficiency with test management software. - Leadership, mentorship, and effective cross‑functional communication. - Project management and prioritization skills. - Knowledge of drug delivery device mechanisms and materials is a plus. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred). - Proven experience in medical device testing and validation. - Certifications such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) desirable.

Woodstock, United kingdom

On site

Senior

04-02-2026

Company Name

Owen Mumford

Job Title

Senior Design Engineer - Research

Job Description

**Job Title:** Senior Design Engineer – Research **Role Summary:** Lead end‑to‑end design of medical device prototypes and production models, collaborating with cross‑functional teams (customers, manufacturing, quality, regulatory). Drive project delivery, design innovation, and compliance with ISO 13485/FDA standards. **Expectations:** - Deliver design projects independently, on time and to high quality. - Act as technical liaison in customer meetings and internal design reviews. - Mentor junior engineers and maintain a robust intellectual‑property pipeline. **Key Responsibilities:** - Manage full product life‑cycle design activities, from concept generation to design transfer. - Create detailed 3‑D and 2‑D CAD models (SolidWorks), surface‑modeling, and manufacturing drawings, ensuring tolerance and manufacturability. - Conduct design analysis: FMEA, tolerance, and mechanical/thermal FEA (Abaqus). - Lead design reviews, verification, validation, and change control documentation (DDF, DVP, DVC, DHF). - Integrate human‑factors requirements; collaborate with HFE specialists to compile background documents and support usability studies. - Interface with industrialisation teams to optimise design for manufacture and assembly. - Engage customers in technical discussions, requirement gathering, and progress updates. - Support regulatory compliance (GMP, ISO 13485, FDA 820.30) through accurate design documentation. **Required Skills:** - Advanced SolidWorks (3‑D modeling, surfacing, 2‑D detailing). - Strong understanding of injection‑molded plastic parts, tooling, and manufacturing processes. - Proficient in risk assessment – FMEA, hazard analysis. - Experience with FEA (Abaqus) and tolerance analysis tools. - Ability to produce clear technical reports, presentations, and documentation. - Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder‑management skills. - Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s (or advanced) degree in Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, or related discipline. - Proven experience in regulated medical device development (ISO 13485/FDA 820.30). - Familiarity with GMP processes and design‑control documentation.

Woodstock, United kingdom

On site

Senior

01-03-2026