Research Engineer

The Vacancy
Job Title:
Research Engineer – Design for Additive Manufacturing

Location:
Coventry or Liverpool

Job Type:
Permanent

Working hours:
36 Hours per week
(
Fully Flexible Working Week and Hybrid working options available)
Salary:
Up to £43,000 per annum

Benefits:
Vitality Medical, Company Pension, Tusker Car Scheme & Cycle 2 work scheme and more.

The role
We are looking for a
Research Engineer – Design for Additive Manufacturing
to join our Engineering Design Group in Coventry.

As a Research Engineer, you will play an important role in delivering technical elements of projects under the guidance of experienced colleagues. You'll work across a variety of sectors and technologies, contributing to concept generation, detailed design, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards. This is a hands-on role where you'll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of designated technical tasks, ensuring they meet customer requirements and are delivered on time and within budget.
• Contribute to the team's strategy by supporting capability-building projects and developing an understanding of our roadmap and project portfolio.
• Explore and introduce new technologies to the MTC, undertaking innovative engineering research.
• Support continuous improvement activities and contribute to health and safety documentation.
• Work in line with MTC policies and values, maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Essential Skills/Qualifications

• A degree in Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
• Competence in CAD modelling, simulation, and engineering drawings.
• An understanding of Laser Powder Bed Fusion (L-PBF) processes and associated design rules.
• Awareness of the product development lifecycle, including TRL and MRL, to ensure designs are ready for scale-up and manufacture.
• A proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Practical, hands-on experience and a problem-solving mindset.
• Good interpersonal and organisational skills, with the ability to communicate clearly in writing and presentations.
• A willingness to share knowledge and support colleagues' development.

Desirable Skills/Qualifications

• Familiarity with the engineering design process and experience using Siemens NX.
• Awareness of other additive manufacturing processes (e.g., Material Extrusion, Binder Jetting, Directed Energy Deposition) and traditional manufacturing methods.
• Ability to work on multiple projects while fostering a collaborative and positive team culture.
• Experience engaging with customers to build strong relationships and support repeat business.
• Whilst not obligatory, there is a preference that you are willing and able to apply for Developed Vetting security clearance by the UK Government and undertake duties associated with this level of clearance.

What We Offer

• A collaborative and inclusive culture where your ideas are valued.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• The chance to work on exciting projects that shape the future of manufacturing.

Interview Process
Once you submit your application, this will be passed on to our Talent Acquisition team for review. If you are successfully shortlisted, our two-stage interview process is designed to explore your skills and experience while giving you the opportunity to learn more about the MTC and decide if we're the right fit for you.

Reference and Security Checks
Due to the nature of our business, all employment is subject to satisfactory references being obtained alongside an appropriate level of security clearance checks.

About The MTC
The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) is an internationally renowned and respected research and development organisation, bridging the gap between academia and manufacturing, and is home to some of the brightest minds in engineering from around the globe.

The MTC's engineers, scientists and technicians work with some of the most advanced manufacturing equipment in the world in a supportive and collegiate environment for the development and demonstration of new technologies on an industrial scale, helping manufacturers of all sizes develop new and innovative processes and technologies.

Established to prove cutting edge manufacturing advances in an agile environment in partnership with industry, academia and other institutions, the MTC works with hundreds of industrial clients across a range of sectors including automotive, aerospace, rail, informatics, food and drink, infrastructure, construction and civil engineering, electronics, oil and gas and defence. The MTC helps businesses thrive by advancing their technological and engineering capabilities to improve their business efficiency, capability and competitiveness.

Supported by one of the largest public sector investments in UK Manufacturing, the MTC's engineering capabilities cover research and development, advanced manufacturing management, factory design and training for the skills of the future.

The MTC has world-class facilities in Coventry, Liverpool and Oxford, and is part of the UK's High Value Manufacturing Catapult, supported by Innovate UK.

Reference Checks and Security Checks (where applicable)
Due to the nature of our business, all employment is subject to satisfactory references being obtained alongside a level of security clearance checks.