Technical Specialist - Design Additive Manufacturing

Technical Specialist - Design for Additive Manufacturing

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Job Title:

Technical Specialist |

Location:

Coventry | Job Type: Permanent |

Working hours:

36 hours per week (Flexible Working Week and Hybrid options available) | Salary:
Up to £67,000 per annum | Benefits:
Private medical, double pension contribution, lease car scheme, cycle to work scheme, 20 days holiday plus public holidays, and more.

This role is an exciting opportunity to own, shape and grow the MTC’s Design for Additive Manufacturing offering and support the industrial adoption of Additive Manufacturing in the UK. It combines technical expertise with collaboration and innovation. You’ll help shape and deliver our technology strategy, provide technical guidance, and contribute to projects that make a real impact for our clients and partners.

• Provide technical leadership on projects and work packages (typically up to £1m), ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Act as a role model by sharing knowledge, mentoring colleagues, and supporting their development—while continuing to grow yourself.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in how we deliver projects, including processes, tools, and ways of working.

• Work with colleagues across the MTC to build capability in Design for Additive Manufacturing, including developing a roadmap for future growth.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies and identify opportunities to bring new ideas into our work.

• Support the development of proposals and Collaborative R&D bids that strengthen our Design for Additive Manufacturing offering.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, members, and other stakeholders to understand their needs and deliver value.

• Strong understanding of Design for Additive Manufacturing, with experience in advanced design tools (such as topology optimisation, generative design, and field‑driven engineering).
• Familiarity with additive manufacturing processes – particularly Laser Powder Bed Fusion – and experience with related pre‑and‑post‑processing techniques, including CNC machining and surface finishing.
• Experience leading technical aspects of large‑scale programmes (around £1m), including concept generation, detailed design, manufacturing, and validation.
• Ability to shape technology roadmaps and guide capability development projects.
• Understanding of traditional manufacturing processes (e.g., subtractive methods, casting) and how they complement additive approaches.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work across technical, project management, and business development teams.
• A commitment to supporting and mentoring others to build confidence and capability.
• Experience working in environments where following processes and policies is essential to maintaining confidentiality.

• A collaborative and inclusive culture where your ideas are valued.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• The chance to work on exciting projects that shape the future of manufacturing.

Once you submit your application, this will be passed on to our Talent Acquisition team for review. If you are successfully shortlisted, our two‑stage interview process is designed to explore your skills and experience while giving you the opportunity to learn more about the MTC and decide if we’re the right fit for you.

All employment offers will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate security clearance.

The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) is an internationally renowned and respected research and development organisation, bridging the gap between academia and manufacturing, and is home to some of the brightest minds in engineering from around the globe. The MTC's engineers, scientists and technicians work with some of the most advanced manufacturing equipment in the world in a supportive and collegiate environment for the development and…