Hands-On Mechanical Technician – Prototyping & CAD

Cambridge Science Park; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge Science Park is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Technician to join the team. The role involves assembling jigs and fixtures, supporting experiments, maintaining workshop equipment and handling light admin tasks such as documentation and PDM system management.

Ideal candidates will have a BTech/HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or similar, 3+ years in product development or R&D, and experience with CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a product development or R&D environment.
• Hands-on mechanical technician experience.
• Familiarity with workshop practices and mechanical tools.
• Good multitasking and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test jigs, fixtures and mechanical assemblies for development and production.
• Conduct experiments on mechanical components; record, analyse and document findings.
• Maintain and organise the mechanical workshop, tools and equipment.
• Support prototype development and engineering trials with practical input.
• View and occasionally edit mechanical drawings using CAD software (SolidWorks).
• Document assembly instructions, test results and equipment logs.

Skills

CAD software

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

BTech/HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Cambridge Science Park is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Technician to join the team. The role involves assembling jigs and fixtures, supporting experiments, maintaining workshop equipment and handling light admin tasks such as documentation and PDM system management.

Ideal candidates will have a BTech/HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or similar, 3+ years in product development or R&D, and experience with CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.