Location: Cambridge (CB25)
Duration: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 per week 8am - 4pm (Monday to Friday)
Salary: Competitive
Job 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