Additive Manufacturing R&D Engineer (HTRC)
Location: Coventry (Ansty Park)
Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a talented and motivated Additive Manufacturing Research & Development Engineer to join the High Temperature Research Centre (HTRC) in Coventry.
The HTRC is a world-class facility at the forefront of advanced manufacturing, specialising in the design and production of high-performance turbine components. This collaborative environment brings together industry expertise and academic excellence to develop cutting-edge technologies and manufacturing solutions.
This role will focus on advancing ceramic and wax-based additive manufacturing processes, supporting the development of innovative techniques used in investment casting and next-generation turbine component manufacture.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and contribute to research and development activities focused on turbine component manufacturing and design improvement
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Develop and optimise additive manufacturing processes for ceramic and wax applications
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Define and implement robust methods of manufacture, including tooling, process parameters, and production techniques
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Design and deliver experimental programmes to evaluate and enhance manufacturing capability
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Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including design, operations, and research partners
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Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and cost performance
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Provide technical expertise in manufacturing processes, equipment capability, and production methods
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Support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment and systems
Candidate Profile
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Degree-qualified in an engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)
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Strong foundation in manufacturing engineering principles and component development
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Demonstrable experience or knowledge of additive manufacturing technologies, ideally within ceramic or wax processes
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Experience in advanced manufacturing, research, or engineering development environments
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Understanding of investment casting, machining, or turbine component manufacture is advantageous
Key Skills and Experience
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Design for Manufacture (DfM) and process optimisation
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CAD/CAM and tooling or fixture development
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Experimental design, process validation, and data-driven decision making
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Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities
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Project delivery, risk management, and change control
Personal Attributes
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Proactive, self-motivated, and results-oriented
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
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Innovative mindset with a passion for developing new technologies
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Committed to continuous improvement and technical excellence
Why Join Us?
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Opportunity to work at the forefront of advanced manufacturing innovation
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Access to state-of-the-art facilities and industry-leading technologies
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Collaborative environment working alongside leading engineers and researchers
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Ability to contribute to the development of next-generation aerospace components
Apply
If you are looking to play a key role in the advancement of additive manufacturing within a cutting-edge research environment, we encourage you to apply.
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.
