Mechanical Engineer Cambridge

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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) :

What You'll 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) :

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 :

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.

Job Segment : Testing, Mechanical Engineer, R&D Engineer, Machinist, Product Development, Technology, Engineering, Manufacturing, Research

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