Research Engineer

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.

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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.

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

The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) was established in 2010 as an independent Research & Technology Organisation (RTO) with the objective of bridging the gap between academia and industry – often referred to as 'the valley of death'.

It represents one of the largest public sector investments in UK manufacturing and, after four years of planning and a 16 month build, the facility opened at Ansty Park in Coventry at the end of 2011.

In December 2011, there were 16 industrial members, 44 staff and just a few key pieces of equipment in the 'workshop'.

Over the following seven years the MTC's rapid growth has seen the expansion of our campus with the construction of three more facilities, including the opening of the Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre and the National Centre for Additive Manufacturing.

Our role has also increased to cover not only R&D but also Training, Advanced Manufacturing Management and Factory Design.

We now have over 700 talented employees working with us.

During this time we have helped hundreds of companies across a range of industries and over 100 of them have become members of the MTC.