Prototype & Virtual Development Engineer
This permanent role is initially on site; hybrid 3 days on site after approximately 6 months.
Skills
* Virtual Reality Hardware
* 3D Printing
* Rapid Prototyping
* VR
* AR
* Additive manufacturing
* Concepts
* Fabrication
* Virtual Reality
* Augmented Reality
* 3D CAD
* Mock-Ups
* Virtual Environments
* FDM
* SLA
* Laser Cutter
Benefits
* Competitive salary and annual bonus and pay review
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell)
* Strong Pension scheme and life assurance
* Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring
* Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers
* Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies
* Early finish on Fridays
Your Role
As a Prototype & Virtual Development Engineer, you will be at the heart of innovation‑creating, assembling, and refining physical and virtual prototypes to enable the highest standards in design development, customer reviews, and internal validation. You'll combine hands‑on fabrication with digital expertise, working with a dynamic team to bring concepts to life using the latest materials and immersive technologies.
Key Responsibilities
* Build high‑quality physical mock‑ups and functional prototypes from CAD data and engineering drawings
* Operate and maintain 3D printing, CNC, laser cutting, and other digital fabrication tools
* Prepare and manage VR hardware for immersive review sessions; load, optimise, and troubleshoot VR environments
* Support sales and engineering teams with demonstrator models, customer workshops, and presentations
* Undertake ergonomic studies, spatial validation, and packaging reviews using virtual and physical environments
* Advise teams on prototype materials, manufacturing feasibility, and cost/time trade‑offs
* Maintain workshop and VR kit stock, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards
* Support development of patentable concepts from idea to proof‑of‑concept demonstration
What You’ll Bring
* Familiarity with VR/AR hardware and set‑ups – Essential
* Experience in hands‑on prototype/mock‑up fabrication – Essential
* Proficiency using CAD software and digital fabrication tools (3D printing, laser cutting, CNC etc) – Essential
* Ability to interpret surface data and design intent for translation into prototypes – Essential
* Knowledge of workshop practices, Health & Safety, and stock management – Essential
* Experience supporting sales, or customer‑facing technical activities – Desirable
* Creativity and agility in developing solutions under short timelines – Desirable
EEO Statement
At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.
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