At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the development of advanced imaging systems and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Company: Innovative tech company in Cambridge with a collaborative engineering culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, friendly environment, and international project exposure.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for travel and career growth.
- Why this job: Join a team working on cutting-edge technology that makes a real-world impact.
- Qualifications: Degree in Physics or Engineering, hands-on experience, and strong problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
An innovative technology company based in Cambridge is looking for a hands-on and versatile Project Engineer to support the development of advanced imaging and inspection systems used across a range of high-tech industries. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative engineering environment, working on cutting-edge products alongside multidisciplinary teams across mechanical, electrical, software and scientific disciplines.
The Role
As a Project Engineer, you will support the Project Leader in the design, development and improvement of new and existing products. The role will involve a combination of design, prototyping, testing, documentation and customer-focused engineering support.
Key responsibilities include:
- Identifying and scoping product improvements and new features based on customer feedback and internal development requirements
- Working closely with Mechanical, Electrical and Software Engineers, as well as Scientists and Applications teams, to design, prototype, test and evaluate components and sub-assemblies
- Producing and maintaining project documentation in line with internal development procedures
- Creating and managing project plans, milestones and deliverables
- Liaising with manufacturing teams and suppliers to define requirements and develop solutions
- Managing engineering documentation including work instructions and bills of materials
- Developing Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) protocols for new products
- Supporting product commissioning, packing and shipping activities
- Assisting with specialist device builds where required
- Providing occasional global site support and customer visits
- Supporting the Project Leader across wider project activities
The Technology
The company develops advanced imaging and inspection systems used in a range of rapidly growing industries. Applications are expanding due to increasing demand for clean energy technologies, precision coatings and high-performance manufacturing processes across sectors including:
- Automotive
- Aerospace & Aviation
- Semiconductor
- Battery Technology
- Advanced Manufacturing
The Candidate
- Degree qualified in Physics or a related Engineering discipline
- Experience with laser alignment and laser optics
- Hands-on mechanical assembly and prototyping experience
- Strong problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Strong communication skills across both technical and non-technical teams
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholders
- Able to adapt to an established engineering culture
- PhD in Physics or a related Engineering field
- Understanding of basic electronics principles, including amplifier circuits
- Microfabrication, lithography or cleanroom experience
- Python programming experience
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Friendly, collaborative and technically stimulating environment
- Opportunity to work on genuinely innovative technology
- International project exposure and travel opportunities
Project Engineer in Cambridge employer: Roc Search
Join an innovative technology company in Cambridge as a Project Engineer, where you'll thrive in a friendly and collaborative environment dedicated to cutting-edge advancements in imaging and inspection systems. With a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for international project exposure and travel, this role offers meaningful engagement in high-tech industries while fostering your professional growth alongside multidisciplinary teams.
