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:
Review and assess incoming print requests for suitability and optimal outcome
Use Materialise Magics to prepare print files (orientation, supports, programming)
Generate and manage manufacturing route cards
Take ownership of the full 3D printing process, from setup through to final part production
Handle hazardous materials and equipment safely; contribute to and follow risk assessments and safety procedures
Monitor and maintain stock of consumables, raising requisitions as needed
Oversee printer calibration and liaise with service contractors
Maintain general housekeeping, including waste management and floor cleaning
Support identification and resolution of equipment/process issues
Update and follow work instructions; ensure high-quality output with a right-first-time mindset
Keep the internal print schedule up to date; communicate progress with internal customers via the shared 3D print request mailbox
Lead process improvements aimed at increasing quality and reducing lead times
Update documentation following any process changes
Use Creo and Magics to analyse, modify and set up CAD models for printing
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:
3D Printing
CAD
Prototyping
Tooling Design
You'll also need:
Excellent attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Good analytical and problem-solving ability
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
