Mechanical Engineer Cambridge
Mechanical Engineer Cambridge
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Job Description
Company Overview:
The Agfa-Gevaert Group develops produces and distributes an extensive range of imaging systems and IT solutions mainly for the printing industry and the healthcare sector as well as for specific industrial applications.
Agfa Inkjet Solutions a division of the Agfa-Gevaert Group specializes in innovative inkjet printing technologies for a wide range of industries including commercial printing packaging textiles and industrial applications. The company offers high-quality digital printing systems including hardware ink printheads and software designed to deliver precise vibrant results across various materials. Agfa emphasizes sustainability with eco-friendly ink formulations and efficient cost-effective solutions. With a strong focus on research and development Agfa Inkjet Solutions continues to lead in advancing printing technology providing businesses globally with cutting-edge environmentally conscious printing systems.
Position Overview / Summary:
Based in our Cambridge development centre and reporting to the Director of Technology the applicant would be involved in the whole lifecycle of product development from concept and prototype stages through to production and support.
This role requires experience and skills across the full development lifecycle; from technical specification through design and verification and into product integration and production.
This role requires a candidate capable of delivering highly robust and thoroughly tested mechanical design solutions as well as one capable of leading mechanical development on new product development projects.
Location: (location of position):
Cambridge UK
What Youll Do (Responsibilities):
Responsibility for the technical review and output of mechanical designs and systems; during the design process and at formal design reviews
To research new technologies and tools to provide Inca with a competitive advantage in the maintaining and improvement of mechanical systems
To provide training coaching and mentoring of mechanical team members
To drive the specification design and detailing of mechanical components and assemblies to develop innovative mechanical solutions
To liaise closely with the Technology director and Project Team identifying design requirements: function reliability cost serviceability and ensure the design integrates correctly
From the design in Solidworks to produce timely assembly drawings and detail drawings specifying materials machining tolerances and assembly notes
To produce bills of materials specifying bought out components and their source of supply
To obtain cost effective quotations from vendors for manufactured parts and place timely orders
Throughout the build process providing technical support to the Manufacturing Team Procurement and the Design Team providing assistance with test and build procedures and the transfer of the product to manufacturing and the customer
To ensure compliance with relevant design procedures and working instructions.
Defining appropriate cost-effective manufacturing techniques
Understanding technical risks and devising and implementing mitigation plans
Ensuring new product designs meet all the necessary requirements and mandatory standards
Responsible for ensuring the mechanical design of new product developments are delivered to an acceptable quality and on time
Definition of product acceptance criteria & testing
Supporting product integration and acceptance testing
Technical support to end customers
Support the continuous improvement of processes and procedures
To become familiar with and adhere to the Company and Parent Company processes policies and procedures
Who You Are (Qualifications):
Relevant degree (BEng / MEng / PhD) in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
Experienced Mechanical Engineer with more than twelve years product development and manufacture experience preferably in a multidisciplinary manufacturing environment
Experience of mechanisms fluid handling drives jigs fixtures sheet metal Welded frames pneumatics and safe machine design
Experienced Solidworks user competent with the use of MS Office software and MRP systems
Sound knowledge of low to medium volume manufacturing techniques
(Agfa) Our Values:
Own It (I do what I say full accountability for results finding solutions and Practice ethical and safe behaviors)
Play as One (Collaborate for a common goal diverse perspectives. Listen and communicate with respect support decision for teams benefits)
Move Forward (Embrace change explore opportunities to innovate feedback and improve performance Proactive steps to resolve issues and continuous progress).
Drive Value (Bold choices to maximize value creation customer deliver exceptional value add value to all stakeholders use data to generate crucial insights and outcomes).
What we offer now and in the future:
Dynamic global organization with a history of innovation and strong product portfolio.
Challenging environment combined with a supportive management structure.
Career development and growth.
Competitive salary and benefit package.
Friendly work environment surrounded by dedicated and professional colleagues.
Diversity and Inclusion:
At Agfa our mission at Agfa is to ensure that everyone belongs. We believe that diversity and inclusion of others promotes a greater feeling of belonging and higher levels of engagement. We know that if we work together we can do amazing things and that our differences are what make our company products and services great.
Employment Type
Full Time
