Job summary
Rehabilitation engineering is the clinical application of engineering science and principles to develop technological solutions and devices, in the provision of services and research and development to meet the needs of individuals living with complex disabilities.
The Regional Technical Aids Service (RTAS) provides bespoke design, modification, manufacture and consultancy services for mechanical, electrical and electronic, specialist IT and communication assistive technologies to suit the needs of these individuals.
Working in collaboration with therapists and other health, social care and medical professionals across the region, in both clinical and community settings, the service aims to improve the lives of people living with disabilities, enabling them to remain in their own homes and realise their full potential in terms of independence, education, employment and social participation.
RTAS engineers / technologists are engaged in and utilise their skills and experience in the provision of high quality engineering solutions to improve physical, mental and social wellbeing.
- Interview Date Friday 05 September 2025
- 37 Hours 30 Minutes/Week
- You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy.
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Main duties of the job
We are currently seeking a suitably qualified, capable and motivated engineer, design engineer or technologist to join the team to support the delivery of our services which include, initial assessment of referral requirements, problem solving, risk analysis, design, manufacture and documentation.
The successful applicant will be educated to degree level in an engineering or science-related subject or equivalent (e.g. a HNC or HND qualification with in-depth, relevant experience), with specialist knowledge of engineering design, materials and manufacture.
Whilst experience in the field is desirable we encourage applications from individuals from all engineering, scientific or clinical disciplines with transferable skills, as provision of training across the service scope is available.
In addition, if not already registered or eligible for registration, the post holder will be required to complete the IPEM Clinical Technologist Training Scheme, resulting in professional registration as a Clinical Technologist with either the RCT or AHCS, with training available to support achievement.
This is a demanding but rewarding role, requiring excellent technical awareness, communication, planning, organisational and interpersonal skills. Experience in the application of a range of IT packages (Microsoft Office, Databases, 2D / 3D CAD Modelling) is essential, as is a full valid UK driving licence, as regular region wide travel is a remit of the role.
About us
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Our staff oversee over 6,500 patient contacts every day, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites:
- Freeman Hospital
- Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)
- Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site)
- Newcastle Dental Hospital
- Newcastle Fertility Centre
- Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria
- Northern Genetics Service
- Cramlington Manor Walks
These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS.
We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'.
For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit: Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle HospitalsandNewcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Providing the technical aspects of the Regional Technical Aids Service (RTAS) at the Freeman Hospital and across the region.
- Responsible for the prescription, design, manufacture or modification of bespoke equipment and assistive technology / engineering solutions to meet the needs of individual clients, families or carers.
- Project lead independently managing a caseload of referrals, including initial assessment, problem solving, risk analysis, design, manufacture and documentation.
- Ensuring the safe introduction, delivery / handover of manufactured / modified products into clinical, domestic and educational establishments. Providing both verbal and clearly written instructions regarding their safe use.
- Compliance with all relevant legislative and other national and local requirements.
- Assists in maintaining and developing high standards of service provision, in accordance with formal Quality Management Systems where appropriate, throughout their area of responsibility.
- Safe and efficient operation of all engineering / scientific equipment on which you have been trained.
- Contribute to research and development projects.
- Undertake other duties and responsibilities within the scope of RTAS to meet the changing needs and circumstances of the service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Providing the technical aspects of the Regional Technical Aids Service (RTAS) at the Freeman Hospital and across the region.
- Responsible for the prescription, design, manufacture or modification of bespoke equipment and assistive technology / engineering solutions to meet the needs of individual clients, families or carers.
- Project lead independently managing a caseload of referrals, including initial assessment, problem solving, risk analysis, design, manufacture and documentation.
- Ensuring the safe introduction, delivery / handover of manufactured / modified products into clinical, domestic and educational establishments. Providing both verbal and clearly written instructions regarding their safe use.
- Compliance with all relevant legislative and other national and local requirements.
- Assists in maintaining and developing high standards of service provision, in accordance with formal Quality Management Systems where appropriate, throughout their area of responsibility.
- Safe and efficient operation of all engineering / scientific equipment on which you have been trained.
- Contribute to research and development projects.
- Undertake other duties and responsibilities within the scope of RTAS to meet the changing needs and circumstances of the service.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- oCompletion of a recognised mechanical engineering apprenticeship, training scheme or equivalent
- oDegree or equivalent level experience in relevant subject
- oPost Graduate Diploma or equivalent level experience
- oFull valid driving licence
Desirable
- oRegistered as a Clinical Technologist with RCT or AHCS
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- oGood knowledge of engineering principles, materials and manufacturing techniques
- oGood knowledge of engineering software packages (e.g., 2D / 3D CAD / CAM) and experience of applying them
- oGood knowledge of IT software packages (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience of applying them
- oKnowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology relevant to area of work
Desirable
- oDesire to provide high quality engineering solutions to improve / restore physical, mental and social wellbeing
- oExperience of machine tool operation including CNC programming
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- oSpecialist knowledge and skills in medical or scientific equipment relevant to working area
- oGood communicator - ability to demonstrate equipment in non-technical language
- oDemonstrable ability to problem solves
- oDemonstrable ability to independently manage personal work / caseload
- oKnowledge, skill and experience necessary to respond calmly, competently and professionally in the event of a patient experiencing problems, including CPR
Desirable
- oSkilled in welding techniques including TIG
- oGood organisational and communication skills
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- oCompletion of a recognised mechanical engineering apprenticeship, training scheme or equivalent
- oDegree or equivalent level experience in relevant subject
- oPost Graduate Diploma or equivalent level experience
- oFull valid driving licence
Desirable
- oRegistered as a Clinical Technologist with RCT or AHCS
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- oGood knowledge of engineering principles, materials and manufacturing techniques
- oGood knowledge of engineering software packages (e.g., 2D / 3D CAD / CAM) and experience of applying them
- oGood knowledge of IT software packages (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience of applying them
- oKnowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology relevant to area of work
Desirable
- oDesire to provide high quality engineering solutions to improve / restore physical, mental and social wellbeing
- oExperience of machine tool operation including CNC programming
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- oSpecialist knowledge and skills in medical or scientific equipment relevant to working area
- oGood communicator - ability to demonstrate equipment in non-technical language
- oDemonstrable ability to problem solves
- oDemonstrable ability to independently manage personal work / caseload
- oKnowledge, skill and experience necessary to respond calmly, competently and professionally in the event of a patient experiencing problems, including CPR
Desirable
- oSkilled in welding techniques including TIG
- oGood organisational and communication skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
