MERITUS Talent are working with one of Europe's leading defence manufacturers for the recruitment of a Stereolith Engineer to join their Bolton office on a 12 Month contract. The role requires someone to undergo an SC Clearance, with a sole British citizenship required. A full time on site presence is mandatory, with a rate of £36 per hour via an Umbrella company.
Overview:
The Stereolithography department provides rapid prototyping and 3D printing solutions across all UK sites. Using state-of-the-art equipment, materials and software, the team produces models for design validation, functional prototyping, production tooling and display purposes.
A vacancy has arisen for a Senior Engineer to join the team. This hands-on role will support the full 3D printing process, contribute to facility and equipment upgrades, and help maintain continuous capability throughout the year.
This is a unique opportunity to work directly with the latest CAD designs from engineers across a wide range of development and production projects.
The Role:
Reporting to the Principal Manufacturing Engineer, you’ll receive full training and ongoing support. Your work will involve both day-to-day operational tasks and supporting continuous improvement efforts.
Key Responsibilities:
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Review and assess incoming print requests for suitability and optimal outcome
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Use Materialise Magics to prepare print files (orientation, supports, programming)
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Generate and manage manufacturing route cards
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Take ownership of the full 3D printing process, from setup through to final part production
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Handle hazardous materials and equipment safely; contribute to and follow risk assessments and safety procedures
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Monitor and maintain stock of consumables, raising requisitions as needed
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Oversee printer calibration and liaise with service contractors
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Maintain general housekeeping, including waste management and floor cleaning
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Support identification and resolution of equipment/process issues
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Update and follow work instructions; ensure high-quality output with a right-first-time mindset
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Keep the internal print schedule up to date; communicate progress with internal customers via the shared 3D print request mailbox
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Lead process improvements aimed at increasing quality and reducing lead times
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Update documentation following any process changes
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Use Creo and Magics to analyse, modify and set up CAD models for printing
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Minor CAD edits or creation may be required
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More complex CAD work will be handled by the Tool Design team
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Keep up to date with the latest developments in 3D printing technologies
Candidate Profile:
We’re looking for a Manufacturing or Process Engineer with experience in at least some of the following areas:
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3D Printing
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CAD
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Prototyping
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Tooling Design
You’ll also need:
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Excellent attention to detail
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Good analytical and problem-solving ability
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Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
