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Lead Mechatronics & Manufacturing Engineer
Job Type: Full Time
The Simulator Company Ltd designs and builds advanced medical simulators, lifelike animatronics for global healthcare training. As we expand, we are hiring a Mechatronics & Manufacturing Engineer to lead the design, development, and production setup for our next generation of products.
Job description
This is a hands-on, fully on-site role where you will take ownership of mechanical design, manufacturing processes, and full product development. You’ll work across the full lifecycle: from early design concepts through to production-ready, fully assembled systems. You'll collaborate closely with electronics, embedded, and production teams to deliver complex electromechanical products.
Main Duties:
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Lead mechanical design using CAD for electromechanical products.
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Develop components for injection moulding, CNC machining, 3D printing, and small-batch processes.
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Specify, purchase, and set up production equipment (CNC machines, 3D printers, jigs, fixtures, test rigs, etc).
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Build and improve production workflows and assembly processes.
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Create manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and build guides.
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Work directly with suppliers, toolmakers, and external manufacturing partners.
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Lead design reviews, tolerance studies, and quality control processes.
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Mentor junior engineers and technicians.
Ability to commute/relocate:
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Coalville: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:
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United Kingdom (preferred)
Ideal Candidate Profile:
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Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or a related field.
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7+ years of experience designing and manufacturing electromechanical products.
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Experience with plastic housings, mechanisms, and complex assemblies.
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Strong CAD skills (SolidWorks, Creo, or similar).
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Hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment (CNC, 3D printing, shop-floor tooling).
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Experience setting up or improving low-to-medium volume production processes.
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Comfortable working directly with suppliers and manufacturing partners.
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Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills.
Nice to Have
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Experience working to medical device standards such as ISO 13485 or IEC 60601.
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Experience with robotics, motion control, or automation equipment.
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Experience with process improvement or lean manufacturing methods.
Benefits:
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20 days holiday + bank holidays
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Private health insurance
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3% company pension contribution
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Free onsite parking
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Flexible start/finish times
Schedule:
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Monday to Friday