Location: Cambridge (CB25)Duration: PermanentHours: 37.5 per week 8am – 4pm (Monday to Friday)Salary: CompetitiveJob Reference: 36071
Polytec are looking for a Mechanical Engineer for a local technology company to support the transition of products from development into production. This role will focus on improving manufacturability, developing processes and supporting ongoing production operations.
Responsibilities:– Support the introduction of new products into manufacturing, ensuring designs are suitable for production and assembly– Collaborate with design teams to deliver practical, manufacturable mechanical solutions– Design and develop tooling, fixtures, jigs and test equipment– Create and maintain clear assembly instructions, build procedures and production documentation– Establish and improve manufacturing processes to ensure consistency, quality and efficiency– Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cost, improve quality and shorten build times– Provide hands-on support to resolve mechanical issues in production and testing environments– Carry out root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for production issues– Support engineering change and configuration control processes– Work closely with manufacturing, quality and supply chain teams, including supplier interaction where required
Requirements:Essential:– Degree (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical Engineering or similar– Experience in manufacturing, production engineering or mechanical design– Proficient with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks or similar)– Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and assembly methods– Experience designing tooling, fixtures or test equipment– Proven problem-solving skills within a production environment– Strong communication and documentation skills– Able to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment– Hands-on, proactive and adaptable approach
Desirable:– Experience supporting products from prototype to production is beneficial– Knowledge of DFM/DFA, lean manufacturing and engineering change processes is advantageous
Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!…