Prototyping Manufacture Technician
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 25, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 9, 2026. ECM Selection scores B on the Alion truth index.
The Prototyping Manufacture Technician will join a small technical engineering team developing components used in robotics, advanced sensing technologies and AI-enabled systems. This hands-on role will include operating advanced additive manufacturing equipment (3D printing).
Requirements:
- Experience with 3D printers (ideally industrial, but extensive hobby project experience may be considered). This should include operating, maintaining and troubleshooting of 3D printer technology (FDM, SLA, SLS).
- Understanding of CAD (SolidWorks, Fusion 360) for preparing print files.
- Hands-on experience with bespoke fabrication including prototype electromechanical components. This may include the use of drills, saws, mills, sanders and other hand tools. Any experience with CNC would be desirable.
- Excellent understanding of mechanical principles and tolerances - responsibilities will include quality testing and component performance.
- For senior level, experience with mentoring and training would be required.
As projects may have military applications, the company require technical employees to be able to get UK security clearance, so only eligible British nationals will be considered. The position is fully onsite.
On offer is a competitive salary and the opportunity to work on cutting edge technology and develop specialist technical skills.
Keywords: Defence, 3D Printing, Additive Manufacturing, Prototyping, Electro-Mechanical Housing, CAD, Onsite, Cambridgeshire
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